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FÉILTE, the Festival of Education In Learning and Teaching Excellence, brought together almost 1,000 teachers and members of the public at a celebration of innovation in teaching and World Teachers’ Day 2015 recently. The event, which was hosted by the Teaching Council and took place in Dublin’s RDS, was attended by teachers and members of the public from across the country, including County Waterford.

FÉILTE featured a mix of over 50 showcases and workshops spanning projects from across the school sector, demonstrating the innovation happening in teaching and learning in schools across the country. The day also featured three panel discussions covering the role of parents in their children’s education, the use of technology in education, and mindfulness in the classroom.

TWO West Waterford spirit producers have won accolades at the National Irish Whiskey Awards held last week. Knockanore-based Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited, which makes the award-winning Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur, won the overall trophy for ‘Best Irish Gin’ for their new spirit called ‘Thin Gin’. M e a n w h i l e , Cappoquin-based Blackwater Distillery were awarded a gold medal for their Blackwater No.5 Gin in the ‘Best Irish Gin’ category. There were 13 Irish gins judged in a carefully monitored blind taste test. The awards were held in the Teeling Distillery, Newmarket,

at the 2015 Blas na hÉireann Awards. They also recently won a Silver Outstanding for their Award Blackwater No.5 Gin and a Silver award for their Blackwater Poteen at the 2015 International Wine and Spirit Competition. Ally Alpine, Managing Director of Celtic Whiskey Shop and the Irish Whiskey Awards, said: “The Irish Whiskey Awards were started almost at the same time as the explosion in interest in Irish whiskey and craft distilling, and each year shows the leap in both entry numbers and the quality of the liquid. We hope this journey continues for many years”. SEE ALSO PAGE 6

Dublin 8, last Thursday evening. This is the first year the category for Irish Gin has been included in the awards. The Irish Whiskey Awards, which are in their third year, recognise the excellence and innovation from indigenous producers and distillers and spanned a total of 20 categories. Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited, Knockanore, previously won a gold medal at the Irish Whiskey Awards in 2014 and a recent bronze award at the 2015 Blas na hÉireann Awards for their Muldoon’s Irish Whiskey Liqueur. Blackwater Distillery, Cappoquin, was recently named as ‘Best in Waterford’ in the County Award category

Pictured top left: Thin Gin, which is made by Knockanore-based Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited; and top right: Blackwater No.5 Gin, which is made by Cappoquin-based Blackwater Distillery.

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CHANGES to Grattan Square in Dungarvan, which will involve making the historic centre more pedestrian-friendly through ‘Smarter Travel’ will take an estimated 36 weeks and should be completed by the end of June, 2016. ‘Go Dungarvan’ the entity which is looking after the Smarter Travel

Brothers Limited to carry out the work in Grattan Square. Representatives of Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber, who met with representatives of the Go Dungarvan team, were told that the team and their full-time engineer will meet with the contractor over the coming week for an outline of the programme of work to take

provide Go Dungarvan with particular documentation by last Friday, 16th October, and a letter of acceptance is expected to be sent to the contractor by Thursday, 22nd October, with the work on Grattan Square to start within 20 days. It is understood there is an agreement in place for a complete ban on works during the month of

trade in the town. A spokesperson for Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber said the entire contract, including the four week Christmas ban on works, is estimated to take 36 weeks, finishing by the end of June, 2016. A Council engineer will be present on the project for the 36 weeks. Continued on page 2

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said in Grattan Friday, 16th to Grattan out the work tation by last Waterford Chamber CHANGES and a letter of the entire contract, includDungarvan, Square. of October, Square in expected to four week Representatives making acceptance is by ing the which will involve more Dungarvan and West on works, is be sent to the contractor Christmas ban the historic centree n d l y Waterford Chamber, who 22nd October, estimated to take 36 weeks, -fri of Thursday, pedestrian work on Grattan finishing by the end of Travel’ met with representatives 20 team, with the A Council through ‘Smarter 36 the Go Dungarvan and Square to start within June, 2016. on that the team will take an estimated will be present days. be com- were told 36 there is engineer weeks and should of June, their full-time engineer project for the It is understood end the contracplace for a the pleted by the will meet with an agreement in on works weeks. coming week on page 2 2016. the tor over the of the pro- complete ban month of Continued the ‘Go Dungarvan’ an outline to take during is looking for work which of entity Travel gramme after the Smarter

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FROM FRONT PAGE The Chamber spokesperson said Dungarvan and West Waterford Chamber are committed to delivering up-to-date information to Chamber members as the Smarter Travel project unfolds. It was pointed out that Chamber representatives will be meeting with the Go Dungarvan Team, once a programme of works and a start date with the contractor has been identified. COUNCIL TO PRODUCE MAP In a report presented to the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council,

it was noted that the Council will produce a map in conjunction with the Chamber, which will be made available to the public during the Grattan Square redevelopment. The map will assist with accessing parking and other amenities during the works. FREE PARKING Last April, as exclusively revealed in this newspaper, Waterford Council will offer motorists an hour and a half of free parking in Scanlon’s Yard car park as a concession for the inconvenience the Smarter Travel works will cause in Grattan Square. LEAD PIPING Irish Water have previously given a com-

mitment that they will fund work needed to replace lead piping and replacement of water mains in Grattan Square when the Smarter Travel upgrade of the Square begins. CHANGES In January, 2014, the now defunct Dungarvan Town Council agreed to make modifications to the historic 189-year-old Grattan Square. Constructed between 1806 and 1826 at the instigation of the then Duke of Devonshire, it was originally called ‘Market Square’ in 1841; was changed to ‘Devonshire Square’ in 1851; and then changed once again to its current name ‘Grattan Square’ in 1885.

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WEATHER OUTLOOK WEDNESDAY will be a mostly dry day with a good deal of cloud with some mist and drizzle persisting along coastal parts, however some bright spells breaking through in the afternoon. Moderate to fresh and gusty westerly winds will back southwesterly with winds staying strong along coastal parts. Highest temperatures 15 to 16 degrees Celsius. On Wednesday night, a narrow band of rain will sweep quickly eastwards across the country, accompanied by fresh to strong southwesterly winds, later veering westerly. The rain will have cleared all areas by Thursday morning, and Thursday itself will be a mainly dry day with sunny intervals; westerly winds will moderate steadily also and temperatures will be on the mild side of normal. After a dry night, Friday will start bright in many places. However, cloud will increase as the day goes on and outbreaks of rain will develop in the southwest and west during the afternoon. Winds backing southerly will freshen everywhere but it will be relatively mild. Rain will intensify in western counties by nightfall and will spread east soon after dark. All areas are likely to have moderate or heavy falls of rain overnight and early on Saturday morning. However, brighter showery conditions coming into western counties by afternoon on Saturday will soon spread east. Winds will veer westerly, fresh and gusty with this clearance and it will feel cooler overall. Cool, breezy and showery conditions will persist on Saturday night, with some heavy showers near Atlantic coasts. Showers are likely to become isolated early on Sunday but rain is set to spread countrywide during the second half of the day, along with freshening southerly breezes. There are indications that Monday next will have widespread, occasionally heavy rain but with drier weather developing on Tuesday.

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Communities voice concern over alteration to increase height of proposed wind turbine By Paul Mooney AN application to alter a proposed wind turbine near Kilmacthomas and increase its height, making it ‘one of the tallest turbines in Europe’, has caused concern amongst the local community. Walsh and Connors Limited was previously granted conditional permission by Waterford Council to erect a 70 metre high 500 kW wind turbine with a blade diameter of 45 metres, and associated site works at Ballynabanoge North / Cooltubrid West, Ballyogarty, Kilmacthomas.The conditional permission was granted in October, 2012. (Council reference: 12309). However, last week, the company, Walsh and Connors Limited, applied to the Council to alter the application (12309) and construct a wind turbine with a hub height of 85 metres and a rotor diameter of up to 93 metres, and a blade tip height of up to 132 metres, along with other works in the same townlands near Kilmacthomas. According to the Council’s online planning system, the new application (new planning reference: 15572) is at ‘pre-validation’ stage. Submissions from the public are to be made before 17th November, 2015, and the Council are expected to make a decision on the application by 8th December, 2015. The community-based group ‘Comeraghs Against Turbines’ commented that the proposed alteration is a “serious industrial wind turbine”, which is expected to cost in the region of €3m to build. The community group said the turbine

would be “the tallest structure in County Waterford”, and will be visible for hundreds of kilometres, “from New Ross to Midleton” and will be “one of the tallest turbines in Europe”. Kieran Hartley, Comeraghs Against Turbines and former candidate in the EU elections for Ireland South, said this new application is extremely worrying for the local communities in the area. “Just as we got good news last week which puts the pylons project in doubt, now this week we have this,” said Mr. Hartley. He expressed worry that a wind turbine of this height will pave the way for more turbines of similar height. “This is what we have warned about since the start,” said Mr. Hartley. “Look at the skyline of County Waterford over the past two years. Once one wind turbine came, more followed.” Mr. Hartley said the proposed wind turbine could spell disaster for local communities in the Comeragh area. “If the wind turbine goes ahead, and more follow, it means there will be a need for a 400 kV line with pylons to take the power out of the county,” he warned. “We don’t need any more wind farms!” He pointed out that if a planning application for anything more than 25 wind turbines is made, the application goes directly to An Bord Pleanála, not the local planning authority with Waterford City and County Council, because such an application is considered ‘an infrastructural development of national importance’.

Kieran Hartley, Comeraghs Against Turbines and former candidate in the EU elections for Ireland South. Mr. Hartley also hit out at Communications and Energy Minister Alex White, saying he has to answer serious questions in relation to the pylon project and wind farms, and accused the minister of ‘sitting’ on new regulation guidelines for wind turbines, instead of publishing them. Mr. Hartley said rural communities are fearful the delay in publishing new regulation guidelines is to allow proposals for large wind farms to go ahead in the meantime.

Some examples of wind turbines and pylons at Ballylanders, Limerick.

Price rounding to start from Wednesday, 28th October THIS coming Wednesday, 28th October, customers will be subject to ‘price rounding’ being implemented nationally, which will see their shopping bills being rounded to the nearest 5c. Price rounding affects cash transactions only and the aim of the regime is to reduce 1c and

2c coins. Customers will be informed through signage in the shop that price rounding applies. However, price rounding is voluntary and a customer can opt-out of it. If paying in cash and the bill comes to €10.21 or €10.22, the

retailer will round the bill down to €10.20. If the bill comes to €10.23 or €10.24, the retailer will round the bill up to €10.25. Similarly if the bill comes to €10.26 or €10.27 the retailer will round the bill down to €10.25 and if the bill comes to

€10.28 or €10.29, the retailer will round the bill up to €10.30. Price rounding does not apply to debit card / visa card transactions. As always, customers are advised to check their change before leaving the shop premises.

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Councillor predicted address problems with new Eircode despite warning to Communications Minister By Paul Mooney A WATERFORD Councillor who warned the Communications Minister about possible anomalies in the new Eircode post code system and predicted difficulties with it for citizens living in county-border areas was proved correct when he produced evidence to the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan told the meeting about citizen’s post being delayed and ‘wrong addresses’ marked on letters because the new Eircode lists some addresses located in the north parts of County Waterford as ‘County Tipperary’ and in the west part of the county as ‘County Cork’. At the October meeting of the local authority, Cllr.

O’Ryan produced an envelope which was addressed to him - the letter had arrived late and had two stickers attached to it, one indicating the letter was delayed due to “wrong postal address” and the other sticker stating “Clonmel County Tipperary” beneath the Ballymacarbry line. Last July at the Comeragh District Council meeting, Cllr. O’Ryan flagged the issue when Eircode was launched and proposed a Notice of Motion at the time to highlight the anomaly to Communications Minister, Alex White, to ensure that ‘swathes of the Comeragh area’ are not relabelled as ‘County Tipperary’, and for the Minister to deal with the anomaly so that townlands and villages within County Waterford were

given due recognition as being in Waterford. At the September meeting of Comeragh District Council, Cllr. O’Ryan was informed that the Council “received an acknowledgement” from Minister White’s office in relation to the Notice of Motion highlighting the concerns about the Eircode anomaly, “but nothing further”. At the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. O’Ryan said some residents bordering on other sections of the county are also receiving late mail with ‘Tipperary’, ‘Cork’, or ‘Kilkenny’ written on the envelope. “This is not good enough,” said Cllr. O’Ryan, who pointed out that important mail is being delayed for some people. “People have a right to a

Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan. proper address and a postal service that is effective and timely as residents / citizens of this State,” he said. Director of Services, Michael Quinn, sought a copy of the envelope from Cllr. O’Ryan and said he would follow up the matter with Eircode / An Post and seek clarity on the issue.

Stark realities of living close to large wind turbines

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RESIDENTS living in close proximity to large wind turbines, in Ring / Portlaw and Kereen / Aglish areas within County Waterford have come together to express their dismay at the day-to-day negative impacts on their lives living underneath these industrial monstrosities. These enormous turbines are making so much noise that families cannot spend time in the usual way enjoying their homes, or gardening or relaxing in the sunshine. Now, they are closing windows in their houses to block out noise and making sure that livestock are not spooked before they can be approached. Residents have compared the noise to “living next door to the M50” or “having a jet engine flying over your house constantly”. The beautiful tranquillity which was once a part of daily life is being ruined by these huge wind farms. One particular mother of a family in Ring is quoted as saying: “The wind turbines have impacted greatly on my life and health and caused me and my family huge stress and anxiety”. “No-one understands the distressing, pulsating, roaring noise coming from these wind turbines except the

unfortunate victims living in the shadow of these unsightly monstrosities. “There is no escape from this never-ending torment,” added the resident. In recent weeks, as we move into the Autumn sunshine, families are experiencing the horrible effects of flicker in their homes. One particular family have experienced headaches and nausea after prolonged periods of morning flicker and describe it as “being driven crazy, with no escape from the horrendous feeling, until the sun moves away from the turbine”. These families feel completely sold out by their local Councillors, TDs and government who repeatedly ignore the huge body of evidence that is growing steadily across communities in Ireland. The close proximity of these turbines to their homes is causing concern not only about noise, but about reduced property prices, damaged landscapes and the potential health impacts that can arise from living so close to these large scale wind developments. Leading doctors in Ireland, Professor Graham Roberts, Head of

Department of Endocrinology, in University Hospital Waterford and Professor Alun Evans, an expert in public health, at Queens University Belfast, who met the Minister for Energy and Communications, Alex White on 16th October, last, have called on the government to reduce the noise levels of wind turbines, which they say are four times that recommended by the World Health Organisation guidelines. Prof. Evans says that wind turbine syndrome is real and is being experienced by people living in the vicinity of windfarms who have reported sleep disturbances, headaches, dizziness, nausea, tinnitus and inability to concentrate and should be further explored. He also points to other potential health implications including blade flicker, and to the stress caused by impact on house prices, and inability to sell the property and impacts on the community. The simple fact for the residents of Portlaw, Ring and Kereen / Aglish, is that these turbines are far too close to family homes. European best practice states that setback distances should be between 1.5 km and 2 km for modern turbines, not 500 metres or less.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

New Waterford ‘Thin Gin’ wins Best Irish Gin in National Awards

Pictured at the Irish Whiskey Awards 2015 which took place in the Teeling Distillery, Newmarket, Dublin 8, on Thursday, 15th October, were Waterford based Timmy Ryan and Nichola Beresford of Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited, who were awarded Irish Gin of the Year for Thin Gin. The company also produce the award winning Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liquer.

‘THIN Gin’ a new Irish gin by the makers of Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur took the overall ‘Best Irish Gin’ award at a national awards ceremony held at the new Teeling Distillery in Dublin on Thursday, October 15th. The prestigious Irish Whiskey Society Awards added poitin, gin and vodka categories to the awards this year. There were 13 Irish gins judged in a carefully monitored blind taste test and 'Thin Gin' by Waterford company Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited won the overall trophy for Best Irish Gin. Company Director Nichola Beresford said, “This is an amazing

result for a gin that’s only just out! We didn’t dare to dream that it would be chosen out of so many great Irish gins. For a small company like ours a ‘Best Irish Gin’ award will certainly open doors that would otherwise be hard to break through. We’re delighted and it’s a good Waterford news story.” Blackwater Irish Spirits Limited also created Muldoon Irish Whiskey Liqueur which won the Gold Medal at the Irish Whiskey Awards in 2014 and a 2015 Blas na hEireann Award announced recently. Thin Gin will be available locally from Monday, October 19th.

Ballysaggart to be ‘de-lighted’ over new street lights By Christy Parker D U N G A RV A N - L i s m o r e Cathaoirleach Cllr Tom Cronin has

welcomed the commencement of the tendering process for 20 new street lights for Ballysaggart, West Waterford. “They have been a long time coming,”

says the councillor “and will be a serious bonus for the area.” The Cathaoirleach says the lights will be located “within the speed limit

Blackwater No.5 takes gold Peter Mulryan at the still in Blackwater Distillery.

area” (while still operating at the speed of light of course!), while two of them will serve a public section of the local GAA grounds. A small side road by

Councillor suggests extension to houses to alleviate overcrowding issues By Paul Mooney

Blackwater Distillery Barrel. BLACKWATER No.5 Gin, which is distilled in Cappoquin, Co Waterford, won gold at The Irish Whiskey Awards held in Dublin last week. The awards which celebrate distilling in Ireland are given after a blind tasting. Blackwater No.5, the only gin distilled in Waterford, is produced by Blackwater Distillery and this start-up also won the Local Enterprise Office award for Waterford’s Best Food & Drink Company at the recent Blas na

hEireann ceremony in Dingle. Peter Mulryan, distillery and founder of Blackwater Distillery said: “This is an amazing result for a Waterford company and is great for both us and the County!” This is the fourth award for the distillery this year, with Blackwater No.5 Gin winning Silver Outstanding at the International Wine & Spirit Competition in London this Summer. Not only did it beat international brands like Hendrick, it was also the

THE housing crisis continues to grow locally as well as nationally, but one Waterford Councillor has made a suggestion which could alleviate overcrowding in Council houses.

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highest rated Irish gin. The distillery also won Silver at the IWSC for its limited edition poteen. “Awards help us grow exports, which increases production and creates local jobs,” said Mr.

Mulryan. Later this month, Blackwater Distillery will launch a 100% Irish Pot Still Vodka and has two other new products coming to market this side of Christmas.

Ballysaggart Church will also receive two illuminations. The lights are expected to be up and lit in time for Santa Clause’s search for chimneys.

Cllr. Mary Butler said the waiting lists for houses are increasing every month, while there are a shortage of houses, and suggested the Council should consider building extensions to houses where there is overcrowding. If Council tenants are in an ‘overcrowding’ situation in their home, usually they apply for a transfer to another larger house. However, with the current housing crisis, such transfers would be

unlikely. Cllr. Butler drew attention to one lady’s circumstances, who is living in a two bedroom house, with her four children sharing two beds in one room. “This woman loves her house and she is proud of it as she did a lot of work to it. Would the Council build a third bedroom which would resolve the issue of overcrowding?” Cllr. Butler suggested. “Some two-bedroom houses could have a third bedroom extension, the gardens are big enough to do this. “It wouldn’t be as expensive as building a whole new house and might be a quicker solution to resolving severe overcrowding issues,” Cllr. Butler said. Cllr. Seanie Power seconded Cllr. Butler’s suggestion, saying it was a

Fianna Fáil Councillor and General Election candidate, Mary Butler.

very good idea and merits some consideration by Council officials. Sinéad Breathnach, of the Council’s Housing Section said the Council are looking at all options with regards to increasing their housing supply. “The options we are looking at include the purchasing of houses for sale, especially to meet the needs of our Medical 1 priorities, but we are looking beyond that as well,” said Ms. Breathnach. She acknowledged Cllr. Butler’s suggestion to extend two-bedroom houses into three-bedroom houses as a valid point. “It isn’t something we are currently looking at, other than for medical priorities, but it is something we will bring to the table in relation to overcrowding,” Ms. Breathnach added.

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Japanese Knotweed a concern for Council By Christy Parker POLITICIANS and civil servants like us to think they don’t allow the grass to grow under their feet and Waterford Council is determine that Japanese Knotweed and other invasive species will not do so either. The council also wants private landowners to be vigilant for such weedy pests and to seek out the appropriate method of destroying them. The issue was raised by Cllr Declan Doocey at October’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting having been party to deep concerns about the “scourge” of Japanese Knotweed during the recent ploughing championships. He understood it could infiltrate the deepest concrete, was infesting the countryside and he wanted to know where one could get advice on killing it. “I believe cutting it is a waste of time and it needs to be sprayed”, he pondered. Cllr James Tobin said the weed was commonplace in Knockanore and sought a report on where it prevails. Cllr Pat Nugent said it was a global problem. Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Pat McCarthy revealed that Waterford Council constantly surveys its national roads for invasive species while the TII (formerly NRA) is piloting a project in some counties on the best way to deal with such plants. “It shouldn’t be cut and it is said to need a threeyear spraying programme to eliminate it”, he said. The council was currently running such a programme on national roads and Japanese Knotweed would be marked to forewarn hedge cutters. VIGILANCE Mr. McCarthy continued that private property owners also need vigilance and suggested the Council could file a link on its website with relevant information. The

engineer illustrated the seriousness of the knotweed threat when he explained that in Britain house purchasers sometimes demand a report that a property is free of the plant as it can prevent them getting a mortgage. Cllr Doocey welcomed any publicity campaign and suggested that council horticulturists supply information to newspaper farming pages, while local journalists might also highlight the scourge. A brief stint of online research reveals that Japanese Knotweed was introduced to Ireland in the 19th Century and spread across waterways, transport routes and waste grounds particularly. It can seriously damage buildings and grow through concrete and tarmac; it threatens native plants and animals by forming dense thickets, blocks wildlife routes, damages flood defence structures and reduces channels’ capacity to carry flood water. GIRLS ONLY Only female Japanese Knotweeds have been recorded in Ireland and Britain and it is spread through the movement of shoots and stems. Amongst its key features, it produces fleshy red tinged asparagus like shoots when it first breaks through the ground, has large, spadeshaped green leaves approximately the size of one’s hand and has leaves arranged in a zig-zag pattern along the stem. It grows up to three metres, has yellowish flowers in late Summer and a brown stem in Winter. While herbicides provide the best method of eventually killing it, some non-spraying methods such as deep excavation and burial, as well as biological injection are other options. Advice is available online or from horticulturists. LEGAL RESTRICTIONS In further information, it is illegal to i) dump Japanese Knotweed waste in the countryside; ii) plant or otherwise cause Japanese

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Knotweed to grow; iii) dispose of Japanese Knotweed at a landfill site without informing the site in advance; iv) move soil that contains Japanese Knotweed without a licence from the National Parks and Wildlife Service. Also, plant material should not

be composted as it may result in further spread, plants should be treated in the same season as they are identified. Treatment often needs to be repeated until no regrowth is observed over several years. See www.invasivespeciesireland.com

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Growing humanitarian crisis in Calais Local aid and supplies used to ease suffering of refugees By Paul Mooney IMAGES on the news showing the appalling living conditions of refugees near Calais, France, give only a glimpse into the growing humanitarian crisis taking place there. Just back from a four-day mission with the IrelandCalais Refugee Solidarity Group, Mary Cullinane, a retired staff nurse from Abbeyside, is still visibly stunned by the whole situation and her anger and frustration is palpable over the lack of action being taken by the authorities to help the refugees. Mary outlined a heartbreaking story of men, women and children fleeing war, torture and persecution in their own countries, who are now forced to live in squalor, with hunger, malnutrition, and suffering in Calais. “These people are human beings, you wouldn’t treat animals like this,” said Mary, speaking to the Dungarvan Observer. As well as help and support, the Irish team offered a smile, a friendly ‘hello’ and general sense of solidarity with the refugees. “For the four days we were helping in the camp, the refugees said it was four days when they did not feel like refugees and felt like humans,” said Mary. Mary expressed thanks to everyone and all the local pharmacies and businesses who donated money and supplies which she brought to Calais on the four-day

Refugees forced to live in squalor, with hunger, malnutrition and suffering - “These people are human beings, you wouldn’t treat animals like this” Mary Cullinane from Abbeyside, who joined a four-day mission to the camp at Calais

Mary Cullinane, from Abbeyside, pictured at the refugee camp in Calais last week. mission. Mary, who was part of the medical team, joined volunteers from the Corkbased Ireland-Calais Refugee Solidarity Group last week on its journey to the refugees who are camped just outside the port town of Calais. The 60-volunteer team included a building team and plenty of able-bodied people to try and help make

life a bit more bearable for the refugees in the area of Calais known as ‘The Jungle’. A convoy of five trucks and six vans made the journey bringing badly needed supplies. Mary brought medical supplies generously donated by pharmacies and businesses in Dungarvan. In the four days they were in ‘The Jungle’ the Irish medical team saw over 1,000 patients - over a quarter of the camp. Volunteers sorted and unpacked huge amounts of donations from the Irish people; litter-picking team removed loads of rubbish from the camp; the building team created structures in the camp, such as a women and children’s centre, a home for a pregnant women and her family, a washing area and support for construction of a hospital on the camp. The Irish team also built drainage to remove excess surface water at the camp. She encouraged the public to continue giving financial donations to help the refugees in Calais. “These people have nothing and all financial donations go straight to helping the refugees,” she said. A huge response from Ireland saw a large amount of physical donations being

Refugees waiting to get water from the water tap on site at the camp in Calais.

collected, including clothes, blankets, etc., to go to the camp in Calais. However, the group are no longer accepting physical donations as there is a surplus and it is costing more to store and ship the items to the camp. The Ireland-Calais Refugee Solidarity Group are asking people to make financial donations instead and the money goes directly to helping the refugees. “The refugees aren’t coming to Europe to get benefits, they want to work and make a life for themselves free from war, torture and persecution. Many are fleeing political corruption, war and torture, others are fleeing famine and drought. But, they were made to feel like criminals when coming across the EU,” Mary said. While Mary was helping out the medical team in Calais, she spoke with a young refugee from Sudan who had visible torture marks on his body. “My visit to Calais has changed my life,” said Mary, who vowed she would return to help the refugees. “They have to walk 9 km to get a meal a day,” said Mary. “There were three Syrian lads who had to walk across Europe in flipflops because that is all they had. “Many of them have injuries such as broken feet or legs. Some walked across the EU with broken ankles and legs, and now those breaks will be very hard to fix. Many people’s feet are destroyed from walking across the EU.” Mary said these people need help now and they will die if not get help. She pointed out that witnessing the humanitarian crisis in Calais is a lot different from viewing it on television. Much of the water, even though it is piped, is contaminated with e-coli, and Mary believes that it will only be a matter of time before there is an outbreak of dysentery at the camp, and because they are malnourished, the refugees immune systems are compromised. She also pointed out that sanitary conditions are extremely poor, with ten toilets to serve the camp’s population of 4,000 refugees - a population that is continuing to grow as refugees come from across

Europe. The only shelter from the elements which refugees have at the camp are a wooden framed construction covered with black plastic and with Winter coming, conditions will only likely deteriorate at the Calais camp. Mary said the IrelandCalais Refugee Solidarity Group were very professional in their approach and ensured the safety of the volunteers who travelled to Calais. She also pointed out that it can be dangerous for people going over in a van to hand out stuff and it would be more appropriate to give the supplies to a registered charity working on the ground and let them hand out the items in the interests of safety. Agreeing the trip was a life changing event was Nina Sanctuary from Wexford, who was also part of the four-day mission and helped out with Mary in the camp. Nina noted that many of the refugees were people who had jobs in their own country - professional jobs, but had to flee because they were in danger. “The refugees are not proud of being in the camp, they are ashamed, but they had no alternative,” said Nina, pointing out that in some countries, the men are forced to join a corrupt army and they will likely end up shooting neighbours and friends. “Many of the refugees are professionals, who are looking for jobs, not benefits,” she added. Both Mary and Nina are appealing to people to please continue to support by donations online - financial - money goes directly to helping the refugees. Mary has vowed to return to help refugees and is appealing for donations from the local public and businesses. More information and updates on the ongoing work at ‘The Jungle’ refugee camp in Calais, at www.facebook.com/Irelan dCalaisRefugeeSolidarity. To make a donation to the Ireland Calais fund, visit www.gofundme.com/9zwf scys. The Ireland Calais Refugee Solidarity Group have raised nearly €88,500 in the past two months.

Some of the tent-like structures which the refugees are forced to live in.

Some of the Irish Medical Team. Mary Cullinane (second from left) with three of her colleagues at the camp in Calais.

Mary Cullinane pictured before she travelled to Calais, with some of the medical supplies which were generously donated by pharmacies and businesses in Dungarvan.

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ESB opens new €33m Woodhouse (Aglish) Wind Farm MINISTER for Energy Alex White TD has welcomed the completion of the new €33m Woodhouse Wind Farm in County Waterford, a key part of ESB’s Wind Development programme. The Minister officially opened the new renewable energy site near Aglish in West Waterford today. It has provided a significant boost to the construction sector in the region, creating 20 full-time jobs during the construction phase. Woodhouse is one of 15 wind farms ESB has in operation in Ireland, north and south, and its completion increases the company’s total installed wind generation capacity across the island to almost 300 MW. The new 20MW Waterford wind farm will provide enough green energy to power 10,000 residential homes. €1m of the total investment has been spent within the greater Waterford area with a range of local companies providing materials, products and services to support the project’s development. ESB also announced that

the application process for the Community Fund, worth up to €20,000 per annum, is now open (details below). Welcoming the investment Minister Alex White said, “I welcome today’s opening of ESB’s Woodhouse Wind Farm which represents the sort of investment and commitment that is needed to develop Ireland’s renewable energy resource. Wind energy now generates 18.2 per cent of all electricity demand in Ireland but there is more that we need to do to reach the EU target of 40 per cent electricity generated from renewables by 2020. If we are to achieve this we must continue to invest in onshore wind farms and other renewable technologies, and I commend ESB and its renewable energy programme for the role it is playing to support that goal.” Construction started on site in 2013, with three primary contractors: John Sisk & Sons who oversaw the site’s civil works, Nordex who provided and maintained eight 2.5MW turbines and the Kirby Group

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Adding injury to grief AS you read this, the funerals of the ten victims of the tragic fire in Carrigmines in Dublin will have already taken place or be imminent. Since the horrific event which took the lives of five adults and five children, all related in some way, there has been a variety of reactions to the loss which the deaths occasioned for wider family and friends. There has been almost universal sympathy extended to the surviving families and in their own locality, material comforts have also been extended to them by the local community. The one controversial element of all this has been the speed with which the Local Authority sought to provide temporary accommodation for the survivors on an alternative site. At this stage, reasonable accommodation should have been found for the now homeless families in their grief, but through inept handling, the authorities have made a bad situation even worse. The Council’s hasty decision, poorly thought out, if at all, to site temporary dwellings on a Council field in a cul de sac adjacent to established dwelling houses, has provoked inevitable objections from those residents, something which should have been foreseen by the Council. Instead, and with only several hours notice being given to those living adjacent to the proposed development, they moved in with diggers to start work. It was grossly insensitive and inevitable that there would be difficulty. Even under normal conditions, the provision of accommodation for members of the travelling community proves to be controversial, necessitating lengthy liaison with local residents to offset or defuse inevitable objections from those with a vested interest in the area. The national media, sensing a bandwagon, seized on the protests and the blockade of the site and have demonised those taking part, demanding immediate action from the Gardai. The choice of this site was a hasty, foolhardy and provocative decision by the Council. The question must be asked why it was necessary to persist with developing that site when it was a kilometre from the scene of the tragedy and the original dwellings, when the survivors wished to stay close to where they lost their family members. Surely, some less contentious area could be found where work could have commenced immediately.

Incorp. Munster Industrial Advocate People will question whether the Planning Authority would approve that site as suitable for temporary dwellings, holiday caravans or motor homes if applied for by a normal developer. Could not the same protests be expected from the local residents? What would the official response have been if the survivors had not been from the Travelling Community? Surely, the normal emergency accommodation could have been availed of? There are hundreds of homeless being accommodated each night in Dublin City without any visible controversy. Why was the normal procedure not followed in this case? By any yardstick, the Council, backed by Minister, Alan Kelly and the Taoiseach himself, have taken an unnecessarily contentious stance on the issue. The Minister has joined in the demonization of the local residents for a situation brought about by its inept handling by his Department and at all relative levels of administration. How the impasse will be defused is not clear at present, but this is a problem which need not have arisen in the first place. What is the final outcome of this likely to be? Will it be that people who, just one week ago were normal, law-abiding citizens, going about their daily lives and had a contentious decision thrust on them with hours notice and no right of appeal, find themselves in court and ultimately in prison for contempt? That would be a travesty of justice.

Successful campaign against pylons REGARDLESS of when it is to be held, preparations by the government parties for the General Election are well advanced, with Labour indicating last weekend that they

had been ready for a November outing. However, that date was, according to Labour sources, scuppered by the junior Coalition partner who prefer a Spring date. It now looks as if the people will be asked to go to the polls, perhaps in early March, the preferred date and one which will allow the Government, win or lose, to lead the 1916 Centenary Celebrations at Easter. The electoral ground is being well prepared and problems where possible are being solved. Irish Water has all but disappeared from the agenda and last week we reported that what is known locally as ‘the pylon issue’ has also been defused. This means that the gigantic pylons which were proposed for the Comeraghs and other scenic areas to facilitate a new 400 kv overhead power line have been dispensed with as an alternative plan has been devised to carry out whatever upgrading of the grid is necessary. The alternative proposal suggests that instead of the GridLink Project, the option, known as the ‘Regional Option’ will be the preferred solution – which uses newer innovative technology and means the proposed plan to erect overhead 400 kV lines and 45 metre pylons has been scrapped. More than the sceptics will believe that this alternative option existed before the controversy and that a wider agenda was in play all along. On this occasion, people power saved the day and those who undertook and sustained the campaign against the pylons are owed a debt of gratitude by generations to come. The purpose of the move to wind energy which necessitates the enormous wind turbines and additional pylons is said to address the problem of our excessive carbon emissions in advance of the 2020 deadline. However, it is believed that a change from coal to sustainable biomass at the Moneypoint generating station would immediately fulfil our carbon targets and save us the EU fines which we may incur. Up to 7,000 tons of coal per day, or 2 million tons of high carbon coal per year are burned at the station, so it is easy to understand how a change to biomass would fulfil our international obligations and eliminate the need for wind turbines and giant pylons. Whatever the reasoning, the people of County Waterford are relieved that the countryside has been saved from being despoiled by giant pylons and will look to the Government to come up with a viable solution to our carbon commitments.

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Responsibility for non-domestic water charges retained by Council

Householders urged to take security precautions as evenings draw darker AS the evenings become darker earlier each day, Gardaí are asking residents to be vigilant and homeowners to take extra precautions to avoid becoming the victim of a burglary. Householders should take these precautions particularly during Hallowe’en, when loud noise from fireworks and streets busy with children ‘trick or treating’ could mask sounds of breaking glass and other tell-tale signs of a break-in. Winter is a busy time for criminals, who will take advantage of an unlocked door or window and darkness is the perfect cover for burglaries. According to statistics from the Gardaí, burglaries increase by 25 percent in Winter, with over 40 percent of burglaries in Winter occurring between

5.00 p.m. and 11.00 p.m. In 20 percent of burglaries, entry is through an unsecured door or window. The main entry points to a house during burglaries in Winter are front door (29 percent); rear window (26 percent); and rear door (22 percent). Jewellery and cash are the most common articles stolen during burglaries. The Gardaí have recommended top five tips in prevention of burglaries: secure all doors and windows (even when popping out to the shop or a neighbour’s house for a few moments); light up your home and use

of timer switches when out; record details of valuables and don’t keep large amounts of cash at home; use your alarm, even when at home; and store keys safely and away from windows and letterboxes (in the past year, there were over 200 cases where car keys were ‘fished’ through the letterbox). If you see suspicious activity in your neighbourhood, report it immediately to the Gardaí. For more information on burglary prevention and other safety and security information, visit www.garda.ie.

FOR the time being, Waterford City and County Council will be responsible for non-domestic (businesses, companies, farms and B&Bs) water charging, bill reading and collection of charges. Cllr. Michael J. O’Ryan had queried the point at the recent meeting of Waterford City and County Council. In response, Director of Services, Fergus Galvin explained that Waterford Council has recently issued bills to all non-domestic customers for the 12 month period to March, 2015. “We were very late doing this as the non-domestic charges were supposed to transfer Irish Water at various times during 2014 and 2015 but this has not

happened as yet,” Mr. Galvin explained. “We have a number of accounts for premises that have both a domestic and non-domestic component and a single water meter e.g. a retail shop with accommodation overhead, B&Bs, farmhouses, etc. In these cases (and this has always been the practise), the Council takes the meter reading, calculates the charge due and subtracts a domestic credit allowance of between €50 and €100 (depending on the connection) and the customer is charged only the net amount.” Mr. Galvin said the charges and tariffs for nondomestic water customers will remain as they were pre

Irish Water and this will remain the case until sometime later in 2016 when the Commissioner for Energy Regulation will decide on new national charging rates that will be standardised across the country. Mr. Galvin said that in some cases, premises that have both a domestic and non-domestic component will also be paying Irish Water a domestic water charge, which is based on household size and is not related to the Council’s domestic credit allowance. “Understandably, people might feel that the Council’s domestic credit and the Irish Water bill should be one and the same amount and probably feel they are being ‘overcharged’,” he

acknowledged. “Our instructions from Irish Water are to continue the charging and allowance regime that we’ve had and that the matter will be rectified once the Commissioner for Energy Regulation has set the new national non-domestic charges and Irish Water take over the non-domestic charging system from us which should happen sometime in 2016,” Mr. Galvin added. If any customer has queries with respect to their non-domestic bill, the allowance etc, they can ring the Council’s water charges section at 0761-10-24-01 or 0761-10-28-58 or email waterqueries@waterfordcouncil.ie.

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Council is close to agreeing site resolution plan for Portlaw housing estate WATERFORD Council are very close to agreeing a site resolution plan in relation to the ‘taking in charge’ of a Portlaw housing estate. Cllr. Mary Butler told the recent meeting of Comeragh District Council that the process of taking in charge Cúl Rua, Portlaw seems to have

been “going on forever”, pointing out it is now two years since the initial proposal. “Is there any end in sight?” she queried. Ann Kiely, Senior Executive Engineer with the Council’s Planning Department acknowledged that it has been ‘going on forever’, and said the

process has been difficult for more than one reason. However, Ms. Kiely said that the receiver of the estate has appointed an agent to act on their behalf, who will liaise with the Council’s engineer to try and finalise a site resolution plan. Ms. Kiely said the Council and receiver’s

agent “are very close to agreeing a site resolution plan”. “Works will be identified as ‘most crucial’ will be carried out,” she said. Once the Council is satisfied that work has been completed, the process will move forward for the local authority to take in charge the housing estate.

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Preparations well underway for 1916 Centenary PREPARATIONS for the commemoration of 1916 Centenary in County Waterford next year are well underway and were noted at the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council. Jane Cantwell, Waterford City and County Librarian spoke about the Centenary celebrations at the October meeting of the local authority last week, with lots of events planned in various communities next year across Waterford City and County.

In recent weeks members of the Defence Forces have been delivering the Proclamation and the Irish flag to every school in the county in advance of the Centenary celebrations. AS GAEILGE NÓ AS BEARLA Cllr. Siobhán Whelan pointed out that there was disappointment amongst some citizens when it was noted that members of the Defence Forces did not speak Irish when making the presentation to schools in the Gaeltacht area.

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Dungarvan plans to become first Dementia Friendly town in Ireland Home Instead Senior Care provides free Dementia training to local businesses HOME Instead Senior Care is currently providing a free training programme to local businesses and their staff in Dungarvan who, through the course of their normal working day, may come into contact with dementia and Alzheimer’s sufferers. While it is estimated that there are over 50,000 people affected by dementia in Ireland today, what is equally concerning is that this number is expected to rise to 140,000 in the next 25 years. The free training programme, devised and facilitated by Home Instead Senior Care has so far been undertaken by 13 Dungarvan businesses,

including Garvey’s SuperValu, The Park Hotel, Bank of Ireland, AIB, numerous pharmacies and restaurants. Ray Power, Manager Home Instead Senior Care Waterford stressed the importance of service providers and retailers having a better understanding of dementia and Alzheimer’s. “Every day in Dungarvan, someone with dementia goes into a shop, a bank, a restaurant and, as is too often the case with dementia or Alzheimer’s, that person may be confused, disorientated or isolated. The premise of this dementia training workshop is to help businesses

and their staff understand Dementia, recognise the signs and interact appropriately with that person.” “From very simply recognising the symptoms of dementia in a person to dealing with them appropriately and compassionately through apt body movements, body language and voice tone, staff will be better equipped to assist and reassure a person with dementia, in order for that person to have a stress and anxiety free experience.” Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce recently completed the Dementia Workshop and is actively encouraging more local businesses to sign up for training. Jenny Beresford, CEO

Dungarvan Chamber of Commerce, was enthusiastic about the initiative. “We are delighted to be working with Home Instead Senior Care to address the needs of those with dementia and their families. Dungarvan businesses have always been ahead of the curve when it comes to providing excellent customer care. We feel that local businesses, being some of the first in the country to undertake this training programme, will certainly add value to the Dungarvan retail and service experience, not just for locals, but for those who come to visit the area.” Mr. Power added “We are determined to make Dungarvan Ireland’s first

fully Dementia Friendly Town. The derivatives of this are manifold. For people with dementia, visiting, shopping and staying in Dungarvan it will become an even more agreeable experience. It would encourage, what is often a marginalised sector and their family carers, who can also feel very isolated and alone, to become more enmeshed in the local community. This is something we at Home Instead Senior Care believe can only have massive benefits to those with dementia, their carers and their families.” If you are a business owner and are interested in finding out more about

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Official town twinning declaration between Torbay and Dungarvan COUNCILLOR Pat Nugent and District Manager of Dungarvan & Lismore Michael Quinn spent two days in Newfoundland for the official twinning during the Newfoundland Irish Connections Festival and said they were delighted

with the enthusiasm shown. Councillor Nugent said: ‘The enthusiasm from over there is fantastic. I was honored to represent Dungarvan & Lismore Municipal District at the occasion of the Signing of the Town Twinning Declaration between Torbay

and Dungarvan.’ The links between Dungarvan and Torbay date back to the very foundation of Torbay as a settlement with the arrival of the first Irish immigrants there. The impact this has had on Torbay’s history and culture has been profound and

Representatives from Torbay pictured with Councillor Pat Nugent and District Manager of Dungarvan & Lismore Michael Quinn in Newfoundland for official twinning.

Representatives from Torbay pictured with Councillor Pat Nugent.

indeed that impact is also marked in Waterford.Torbay Town Council rightly believed the ideal way to mark this Twinning occasion was during the Newfoundland Irish Connections Festival, where it would have most meaning and be most fitting. Torbay was one of three municipalities hosting the 2015 NL Irish Connections Festival. The festival was held in Torbay from Thursday, September 24th, to Saturday, September 26th, 2015. The Dungarvan representatives took part in the Town Twinning Ceremony at Torbay Town hall, presenting the Mayor Ralph Tapper of Torbay with the Waterford County Flag. ‘It was a privilege to hear both National Anthems and to see the flags of both Waterford and Torbay raised.’ The annual festival saw approximately fifty visitors

from Ireland, the majority of those visitors from the south east. These counties would be the ancestral home of the vast majority of Newfoundlanders with Irish heritage. Waterford City itself is twinned with the city of St. John’s Newfoundland. It is hoped that the twinning will not only continue to nurture links between Torbay and Dungarvan in areas such as heritage, culture and arts but also create and strengthen economic ties. Both parties are keen to encourage business development, institutional and research partnerships, investment and recruitment. Focusing on areas of common trade such as Shipping and Marine Transportation, Aquaculture: Finfish, Shellfish and Seaweed, Renewable Energy and particularly Tourism and Leisure.

Mayor Ralph Tapper of Torbay pictured with Pat Nugent at the official twinning ceremony.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Coffey welcomes strong progress on Kilmac’ Primary School extension FINE Gael Minister Paudie Coffey has expressed his delight with the progress of the current construction works to extend and refurbish Kilmacthomas Primary School after a recent visit to the grounds. Speaking on a visit with Principal Sheila Creed, Minister Coffey stated his belief that this project will see a new lease of life for the school and lead to the creation of a more nourishing learning environment for the present and future generation of pupils at Kilmacthomas Primary School. “The new extension and refurbishment works at Kilmacthomas National School comprise the construction of four new class-

rooms, a link corridor and refurbishment and alteration works to the existing school together,” said Minister Coffey. “It is hoped to have the four new classrooms and a new resource room completed by Christmas while work can then begin on refurbishing the original school building. This will allow for the prefabs at the school to be removed and destroyed.” Having worked with the Board of Management and Principal Creed throughout the project, Minister Coffey reiterated his claims that this refurbishment was necessary and vital work for the successful future of the school. “Kilmacthomas Primary

School was established in 1979 and currently caters for 151 students, two of whom have special needs. In order to accommodate the rise in numbers of students, prefabs were erected in order to address capacity issues. These prefabs are completely outdated and are in a severe state of disrepair, meaning that the learning environment for these students is uncomfortable, uninspiring and in this case dangerous,” the Minister stated. “The delivery of this project is a significant investment in the next generation and for MidCounty Waterford, one that is worthwhile and that will reap real benefits long into future.

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No easy answers to looming housing crisis By Paul Mooney THERE are no easy answers to the looming housing crisis which has seen a total of 369 people presenting themselves as homeless to Waterford Council this year. At the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. Siobhán Whelan queried whether the Council has a strategy in place to cope with the inevitable housing crisis. She said that many worried constituents living in private rented accommodation have contacted her as the homes they are renting have been put on the market by either the landlord or receivers. “There is genuine panic as people cannot find alternative properties,” said Cllr. Whelan. She said a mother of a young child is worried as the house she is renting was put on the market. “She went to the Council for advice and was told by the Housing Section that if she becomes homeless to present herself and child to the Council and they would be put into a hostel,” Cllr. Whelan said. “Is this a fair solution? Considering the hostel is in the city and this woman is based in Dungarvan?” Cllr. Whelan asked. Director of Services, Michael

Quinn acknowledged the housing problems in Waterford and said there were no easy answers. He indicated that B&Bs were a short-term measure, while hostels were a medium to longer term measure. In response to Cllr. Whelan, he indicated that the Council would try to find suitable accommodation / hostel in the West of the County to deal with issues affecting West Waterford residents. Figures for the number of people homeless in Waterford stands at 369 cases (as of 28th September), which has surpassed last year’s total figure, when there were 323 cases of people presenting themselves as homeless. In the month of September 2015, there were 49 cases where people presented themselves to Waterford Council as homeless. In a breakdown of the 2015 figures for the number of those in emergency homeless accommodation in Waterford, there were 90 individuals; eight individuals with dependent children; seven families with no dependent children; and four families with dependent children. HOUSING ALLOCATIONS According to the Housing report presented to the Council meeting, there was a total of 18 new tenancies signed in September, 2015 - two new ten-

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ancies in the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District; and 16 in the Metropolitan District, with none in the Comeragh District. The total number of cumulative new tenancies in the year (to 30th September) is 110 (six in the Comeragh area; 13 in the Dungarvan-Lismore area; and 91 in the Metropolitan area). HOUSING ASSISTANCE PAYMENT There are now over 497 households in receipt of Housing Assistance Payment administered by Waterford City and County Council, with a further 15 applications being processed. The report noted that 61 percent are new applications for housing support and 39 percent are transfers from rent supplement. NEW-BUILD HOUSING PROJECTS The Council noted that 15 new units are now under construction on the site of the old cinema at O’Connell Street, Dungarvan. Construction is also underway to build 61 new units at St. John’s College, Waterford City, which is expected to be completed by the end of the year. Meanwhile, the Council has secured approved funding for a number of new housing projects. Four new housing units are to

be built in Cappoquin, with the project expected to go to tender in November; 12 new houses to be constructed at Coolfin, Portlaw, which is due to come before the November meeting of Comeragh District Council for placing on public display for submissions under Part 8 of Planning Regulations; and 20 new houses at Ballinroad, which is due to come before the November meeting of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council. The report noted that while funding has been secured for four proposed housing units at Almshouse, Tallow, there may be problems with the title, and a possible Compulsory Purchase Order (CPO) may be required. REFURBISHMENT Cllr.Whelan queried the refurbishing of vacant houses to be relet. According to the Council’s report, 71 housing units which have been recently vacated are being refurbished and will be returned for reletting as works are completed. There have been 118 housing units which were vacated by tenants that were refurbished and returned to use to date in 2015. The Council was told that there are no vacant units that are not being worked on, or are currently in the refurbishment programme.

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Budget 2016 – The Aftermath Budget 2016: A step in the right direction for business and consumers WATERFORD Chamber last week welcomed the Government’s commitment in Budget 2016 to support our entrepreneurs and businesses. Commenting on the Government’s Budget announcement at the Chamber Business Breakfast sponsored by PwC, Michael O’Dwyer, Chamber President, said: “This year, we have a budget that tangibly recognises that entrepreneurs and small businesses are the drivers of economic growth. This is a vitally important statement for now and for the future.

“Two particularly welcome measures are the first steps towards putting the self-employed on an equal footing with the PAYE worker, and Government’s commitment to address the high costs of childcare. These important measures will help businesses, not only in Waterford but in all regions of the country and will support our indigenous economic development. “The reduction of CGT from 33% to 20% will equally support investment into high-potential Irish businesses and reward our entrepreneurs and job cre-

ators. As we face the challenge of further reducing unemployment, particularly youth unemployment, this measure will support entrepreneurs to grow their business and get people into work. “The reduction of the marginal tax rate below 50% is a very welcome development. This will help working households and consumers, which will in turn help our businesses. We must, however, be careful not to repeat the mistakes of the past and excessively erode the tax base or set unrealistic expectations for the future. Maintaining

Waterford Chamber President Michael O’Dwyer. [Gerry O’Carroll Photography]

as broad a tax base as possible will be important for the sustainable management of public finances, both now and in the future”, he concluded.

Waterford hoteliers welcome retention of 9% tourism VAT rate WATERFORD hoteliers welcome the retention of the 9% tourism VAT rate announced by Minister Noonan as part of Budget 2016. Aidan Quirke, Chair of the South East Branch of the Irish Hotels Federation (IHF) said the measure continues to act as a vital support for employment growth, building on the 33,000 new jobs created by tourism businesses since the measure was introduced in 2011. “Today’s budget is very positive for local tourism businesses which now support over 5,400 jobs throughout Waterford and

contribute some €100m to the local economy each year. The 9% VAT rate, in particular, is of enormous importance to the industry, helping to level the playing field for Irish tourism when competing with international destinations. As a result, Irish tourism is now on track to create a further 40,000 jobs nationally over the next five years.” “By any measure, the 9% VAT rate is one of the most successful job creation initiatives in modern times. By bringing our tourism VAT in line with our European competitors, it has contributed to increased

tourism demand and significant growth. Combined with increased air access and the reduction of the air travel tax to zero, the 9% VAT rate will continue to deliver enormous dividends to the exchequer.” According to recent industry research carried out by the IHF, the vast majority of Irish hotels and guesthouses say the 9% tourism VAT rate continues to have a positive impact on the sector. Some 95% of hoteliers saying the measure will assist them in hiring additional new staff and/or retaining current levels over the coming 12 months.Two

out three hotels and guesthouses (64%) have increased staffing levels over the last year alone with tourism as a whole now supporting over 205,000 jobs. Mr Quirke acknowledged the important support provided by Ministers Michael Noonan and Brendan Howlin and by tourism Ministers Paschal Donohoe and Michael Ring in ensuring tourism remains at the heart of the Government’s economic policy and in recognising the valuable role played by tourism in growing the Irish economy and generating increased employment.

Minister English welcomes funding for new apprenticeships in Budget 2016 THE Minister of State for Skills, Research and Innovation, Damien English TD, has welcomed the provision of €10.5 million to expand the apprenticeship programme. The Government has, in Budget 2016, increased the National Training Fund allocation for apprenticeship from almost €50 million to over €60 million. This will allow for the development of new apprenticeship programmes and cater for increased registrations in existing trades.

Minister English said that “since my appointment, I have been committed to developing our apprenticeship system. We now have high quality proposals identified by the Apprenticeship Council in new areas such as ICT, Transport and Logistics, Financial Services and Tourism and Hospitality. This funding will allow for their development into new apprenticeships in 2016”. He continued by stating that “Apprenticeship is an excellent route to a sustainable high quality career for

young people as well as delivering highly skilled and job ready employees to meet the skill needs of industry. I am delighted that we are not just expanding apprenticeship into new areas but that registrations on existing programmes are continuing on an upward curve after a number of very difficult years”. “The increase in registrations with employers for existing Apprenticeships which are up almost 20% in 2015 over 2014 are a clear vote of confidence in the future by both employers

and young people.The Irish economy is now in recovery mode after many years of recession.” said Minister English “and investing in skills is one of the best things we can do to ensure we build a sustainable recovery and future proof the Irish economy.” The Minister said that “the Government has de-livered major reform of the further education and training sector through new structures and processes that will enable provision to be targeted effectively to meet the needs of learners and employers.

Child friendly budget will benefit families – Ciara Conway THERE’S plenty of good news for families in Budget 2016 according to local Labour T.D. Ciara Conway . The Vice Chair of the Oireachtas Committee on Health and Children is pointing to a number of measures that will help parents in particular. These include a free preschool year, the introduction of 2 weeks paid paternity leave, an extra 20 euro per month in Child Benefit, free GP care for under 12’s, and a reduction in pupil teacher ratios thanks to more teachers being hired. “The fact that young children will be able to get an extra year of free preschool care is excellent – it means that parents shouldn’t feel pressurised into sending their children to school before they’re ready, and

that will help children throughout their educational development,” explained Deputy Conway. “Starting from next September children can be registered for free preschool when they are aged 3, and they can stay in preschool until they make the transition to primary school - provided they aren’t older than 5 years 6 months at the end of the pre-school year – that’s the end of June.” “Children can also be enrolled in pre-school at three different points in the year – September, January and April . This means that they can begin pre-school shortly after they reach age 3.” “The extension of the free GP Care scheme to children aged up to 11 is also very welcome. It’s also

good to see that Child Benefit has been fully restored to pre-crisis levels ; it’s another indication that the economy is improving. The measures in relation to the Universal Social Charge will benefit low and middle income earners and further assist families in making ends meet. Coupled with two weeks paid parental leave for fathers, this really shows that we’re commited to helping working families feel the benefit of the recovery. When Children get to school, the reduction of the Pupil Teacher Ratio from 28:1 to 27:1 and the delivery of 2260 more teachers and extra SNAs across the country will improve children’s’ experience in the classroom, ensuring a top quality standard of education.

Coffey welcomes advance payments of €620m to farmers under BPS FINE Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey has welcomed the announced commencement of advanced payments to farmers under the 2015 Basic Payment Scheme and the Greening Payment. The payments are worth over €620 million to in excess of 100,000 farmers throughout the country. Commenting on the announcement by Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, Minister Coffey emphasised the importance of such grants for farmers and the rural economy. “Farming is a vital sector to rural Ireland not just for the output that it provides but also through the thousands of regionally based jobs that are dependent and linked to this industry. The early release of these funds will be a major boost in relieving the cash flow of farmers and encouraging confidence across the various agricultural sectors,”

said Minister Coffey. “The level of the advance payment has been set at 70% rather than at 50% as in previous years. This has resulted in a significant increase of €140 million in the advance payments made to farmers in 2015. This represents a commitment to deal with collapsing commodity prices and a commitment to support farmers. “It is very important to this government that farmers earn a fair living. We are committed to addressing the difficulties in this sector and we are committed to supporting this sector. The early release of these grants will be a welcome financial boost for both farmers and the wider rural economy in alleviating some of the current market strains in this vital sector,” Minister Coffey concluded. In order to simplify the process and maximise the economic benefit the Basic Payment Scheme and the

Greening Payment will be issued to bank accounts of farmers as one individual payment. These payments will continue to issue up until late November, with balancing payments to issue from December 1st. The Areas of Natural Constraint Scheme (ANC) also continue to issue as cases are confirmed for payment. Under the ANC Scheme over €155 million has now issued to nearly 74,000 farmers since payments commenced in later September. Combined with the initial advance of the Basic Payment Scheme and the Greening Payment, approximately €775 million will have issued to Irish farmers under these schemes in the last month alone. Minister Coffey also confirmed that payments under the Young Farmers Scheme, National Reserve and the coupled Protein Aid would commence in December 2015.

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By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council does not yet have a timeline for completion of independent monitoring of allegedly excessive noise emissions from two wind turbines at Ballycreen, Ring. Responding to a query from Cllr Siobhán Whelan, Senior Planner with Waterford Council Jim O’Mahoney told October’s Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting that the monitoring consultant “wants to compare and verify the baseline data that was produced by the developer and is presently seeking their agreement” for same. Cllr Whelan said locals felt the issue was “going on a long time.” In other requests for updates, matters, Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Pat McCarthy told Cllr John Pratt that i) the Council was still seeking funding for the proposed new Tallow link road and ii) the council may seek funding under low cost schemes to address inadequate sight lines on the Dungarvan to Cappoquin road, “depending on the scale of requirements.” TRAFFIC COUNTS AND ROUNDABOUTS Council Senior Executive Engineer Josephine McGrath told Cllr Pratt her department was now analysing the results of a traffic survey on West Street and Main Street, Tallow and would revert to him in due course. Cllr Pratt said his prime concern centred on traffic calming measures. He wel-

comed the expectancy that bus shelters would be in place at Tallow and Lismore by the end of November, “now that funding has been acquired.” At Cllr Whelan’s behest, Ms McGrath committed reviewing visibility on the approach to the Spring Roundabout, Dungarvan. Cllr Whelan spoke of there being hard shoulders and several optional routes on the N25 approach and while some ash trees had been removed from the area, the situation remained of concern. She wondered if traffic calming on the Cork side might help. Cllr Whelan also received assurance that the white line machine would shortly be back and Mapstown was on the programme of works. SPEED RAMPS Mr. McCarthy said ramps on the Cappoquin road will be completed as soon as the contractor was finished work on the N25. Cathaoirleach Tom Cronin, ramping things up himself, said he hoped “by completed you mean removed.”The only thing being removed however was doubt as Mr. McCarthy explained that there would be “three, maybe four” which will be redesigned to a standardised design and “less severe” than the present features. WOODS, SHRUBS AND A SITE TO BEHOLD Cllr. Pratt asked whether Coillte had acted on information that illegal dumping had been perpetrated at two main areas in Glenshelane Woods. he was told there had been no remedial

reaction to date. Also on matters agricultural, Cllr. Whelan asked if shrubbery taken from the N25, and could be re-planted in association with Dungarvan’s 1916 commemorations in a gesture that would be simple and economical. She referred to a similar initiative occurring in An Rinn. Mr. McCarthy advised she bring the suggestion to a council steering committee overseeing the Easter Rising event. Meantime, Cllr. Pat Nugent complimented improvements to Dungarvan under the Greenway and Smarter Travel projects, particularly with enhanced walkways before urging the County Cuncil to purchase a site on the Gold Coast road close to “a very narrow crossing.” He said it was “an opportunity to get an extra bit of land perhaps for a car park” for people commencing their Greenway walk there. ‘TWIXT AND BE-TWINNED’ Later, Cllr. Nugent informed the meeting that he had been “honoured” to represent the council and the region at Dungarvan’s recent twinning ceremony with the town of Torbay, Canada, during the Newfoundland Irish Connections Festival. He described his hosts as “a fantastic lot of people” and “very interested in Dungarvan.” The councillor said Torbay was of similar size to its new Irish twin and felt it “will be a very mutual and successful twinning.”

Councillors updated on Waterford Greenway work DUCTING between Durrow and Garranbane Bridge, as part of the Waterford Greenway work, is now complete, the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council was told. In a report from the Council’s Road Section, updating Councillors on the progress of the Waterford Greenway, they

were told that drainage work on the Clonea to Durrow section is now complete, while the east and west approaches of the Looby underpass are also complete. The tender for the Looby underpass has been awarded and stone for pavement has been laid between Buck’s and Looby’s underpass, and ducting has com-

menced in an easterly direction from McGrath’s Cross, while all fencing is complete from Durrow to the start of the Beresford lands. Grub clearing is underway between the Old Workhouse at Kilmacthomas and McGrath’s Cross. According to the report, the Roads Section stated that the Dowdall underpass

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Revolutionary Decade Roadshow for Dungarvan Dungarvan Enterprise Centre Manager Mag Durand O'Connor speaking at Dungarvan Enterprise Centre's new Think Tank and Office Space during the Chamber Afterhours Tri Location event which was held at Terra Nua Building Contractors, Dungarvan Enterprise Centre and Glanbia. [David Clynch Photography]

Grange bus shelter prospect dealt a bad blow By Christy Parker THE prospects of Grange, near Ardmore acquiring a bus shelter look distant following a brief reflection on the issue at the October sitting of the Dungarvan-Lismore Municipal District meeting.

Responding to Cathaoirleach Tom Cronin’s request for an update, Senior Executive Engineer for Roads Pat McCarthy said the site – or bus stop – in question is an area where the maximum speed limit applies and where a hard shoulder persists. Legislation prohibits the installation

of a fixed structure in such a location and close to the edge of the road. Therefore, the Council would need to acquire land to make provision for the shelter as the TII (ex-NRA) “has never funded bus shelters.”The engineer did not dismiss the proposal but said it would “be very costly” if it proceeded.

Major conference underlines Sinn Féin’s commitment to the fishing industry – Senator David Cullinane SPEAKING in Dunmore East recently Senator David Cullinane welcomed the announcement that MEP Liadh Ní Riada will host a major fisheries policy conference this October. The conference will bring fishermen, fisheries experts and government agencies together to hammer out a strategy to support and grow the fishing industry around the coast. Senator David Cullinane said: “I welcome that fact that MEP Liadh Ní Riada will host a policy conference on fisheries in Dungarvan this month. It's long past time that our fishing industry was given the attention it deserves. Sinn Féin supports a sustainable fishing industry that acts as a driver of the local economy in coastal communities. “Liadh is Ireland's only

representative on the EU fisheries committee and is a proactive voice for fishermen in Europe and in Ireland. She will ensure that the voice of coastal communities and those who depend on the sea for their livelihoods will be heard. Bringing together a broad cross-section the fishing industry to feed into a comprehensive national policy is the first step in rejuvenating a sector that has been long neglected by successive Governments. "Unlike this and previous governments, Sinn Féin will continue to campaign domestically and abroad on various fisheries issues and our proposed policies, such as a Single Boat Payment scheme which Liadh Ní Riada has been highlighting with the European Commission. In government we would press for a

renegotiated financial instrument that will accommodate the scheme under a truly reformed Common Fisheries Policy. "We are also exploring legal avenues regarding illegal fishing by foreign trawlers and how they can be deterred; especially larger super-trawlers who are given space to buy up a disproportionate of quotas then fish past their quotas, reaping devastation on fish stocks and small fishermen as a result. “Liadh along with her colleagues in GUE/NGL also submitted a proposal for funding for a pilot project on the creation of a public insurance system for those in the fisheries sector who due to unforeseen events could by adversely impacted by a number of factors, such as natural disasters, forced stops being

enforced by recovery plans or sudden restrictions on access to resources, all of which would cut incomes. “The conference itself will take place in Lawlors Hotel on Saturday, 24th October, and there is an open invitation to attend and participate in the discussions. I would urge all with an interest in seeing a strong, vibrant and sustainable fishing industry to go along and ensure their voice is heard.” Registration for the conference begins at 9am on Saturday morning. There will be a number of local, national and European speakers on topics such as Ensuring Sustainability without Criminalising Fishermen, Adding Value and Economic Diversification; and Uniting to Ensure the Future of Fishing in Ireland.

ARE you interested in the history of the Easter Rising and the revolutionary decade (1912-1923) in modern Irish history ? Would you like to meet and discuss with professional archivists and expert historians in a friendly informal setting ? Do you have any documents stories pictures or artefacts from this period? If yes then come along to the Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, 31st of October from 11 a.m. to 4.00 p.m. for Waterford’s Revolutionary Decade Roadshow which promises to be a day of fun, local and interesting history. Heritage Officer Bernadette Guest explained “The roadshow is the inaugural event of Waterford City and County Council’s Programme for the 2016 Commemoration and is being hosted by the School of History, UCC in conjunction with the Archives and Heritage Officers of the Council. The event has received tremendous interest so far and is aimed not only at those with an interest in history but schools and community groups who may be looking for ideas on how to commemorate 1916 and other significant periods in the centenary commemorations.” She went on to say “there will be something for all interests on the day with exhibition stands by groups such as the Irish Volunteers Commemorative Organisation, Women’s History Association of Ireland, Munster Military Vehicles and Re-enactment Group who will stage a re-enactment between the IRA and the Crown Forces, Western Front Association,Waterford County Museum, Portlaw Heritage Centre, Mahon Bridge Local History Group, UCC School of History, Waterford City and County Council and the 1848 Tricolour Committee. There will be music performances by Comeraghs Comhaltas and Cór Fear na nDéise and drama by Dungarvan Dramatic Group and Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail along with bite-sized historical talks on researching your family

history and the War of Independence in Waterford. It really is a day not to be missed”. For further information on the event contact

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WATERFORD’S REVOLUTIONARY DECADE ROADSHOW PARK HOTEL, DUNGARVAN Saturday, October 31st, 11.00 a.m. – 4.00 p.m. 11.00 a.m. Welcome address by Tom Cronin, Mayor, Dungarvan and Lismore District; Opening address by Mayor of Waterford, Cllr. John Cummins Waterford City & County Council. 11.00 – 4.00 p.m. Exhibition Stands by Irish Volunteers Commemor-ative Organisation; Women’s History Association of Ireland; Munster Military Vehicles and Re-enactment Group;Western Front Association; Mercier Press; Aubane Historical Society; Waterford County Museum; Portlaw Heritage Centre; Mahon Bridge Local History Group; UCC School of History;Waterford City & County Council; 1848 Tricolour Committee. 11.30 – 11.50 a.m. Performance by Comeraghs Comhaltas. 12.30 – 12.45 p.m. Cumann na mBan and Jenny Wyse Power- Áine Ní Fhoghlú. 1.00 – 1.30 p.m. Battle Re-enactment between Crown forces and IRA, staged by the Munster Military Vehicles Re-enactment Group. 2.00 p.m. – 2.20 p.m. Performance by Cór Fear na nDéise. 2.45 – 3.00 p.m. Researching your British Army Ancestry - Ger Crotty, Portlaw Heritage Centre. 3.15- 3.30 p.m. The War of Independence in West Waterford – Tommy Mooney. 3.30 p.m. Irene na Gealaí Drama performance by Aisteoirí an tSean Phobail. 3.45 – 4.00 p.m. Waterford’s 2016 Com-memorations Programme; Joanne Rothwell, Archivist,Waterford City & County Council. 4.00 p.m. Event Concludes.

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Ardmore therapy centre enables four-year fundraiser walk to continue Christy Parker catches up with a young man out for a very long walk. RECUPERATIVE therapy at an Ardmore centre has enabled a fundraiser walking the coastlines of Britain and Ireland to continue his journey after damage to his knees threatened his mission. Twenty two year old Englishman Alex EllisRosswell from Kent is undertaking the massive trek to raise money for the RNLI. Dictated by visits to hundreds of coastal lifeboat stations, he hopes to complete his clockwise, 9,500 mile route in 2018. On September 20th last, Alex had passed through County Waterford and was about to leave Youghal on his westward way when his knee problems became too painful to ignore. Fortunately, he was referred to Brian Power’s Ardmore Physical Therapy where twice weekly visits have restored his momentum. “I was delighted to treat Alex and help him continue his journey”, says Brian, “especially given the cause involved.” Alex describes the treatment he received as “just brilliant,” and credits Brian with “quite literally put me back on my feet.” Rest and recuperation complete, Alex will resume his travels this week. CHANGING DIRECTION In August, 2014, grieving for his recently deceased father Ray, Alex terminated his live-in relationship, sold his marketing business “for a tiny sum” and, with £3,500 sterling to his name, hit the road; or rather many roads - all of them coastal. “I had known for some time that I needed to change things in my life. I had so much negativity. It wasn’t just my dad dying, I felt –and still feel- that technology is marginalising us all from living as we wish”, he reflects. “We need to redefine our social and economic systems. I wanted to get away for a while. I needed a plan.” Raising funds for the RNLI would be a fitting commemoration of happy times he and his dad had enjoyed boating on the River Medway. “We had always admired the work of the RNLI”, he says. Setting out to circumnavigate Britain, he later extended his plan to include Ireland. To date, Alex has walked 3,500 miles, visiting 130

stations along England’s South Coast, the Isle of Wight, Wales, the Isle of Man, South-West Scotland and Ireland’s East and South Coasts. Having targeted €10,000 he has already banked over €9,770 for his cause via donations to the collection bucket strapped to his rucksack or through an online account. Ireland’s funniest ever writer, Flann O’Brien, once wrote of that ‘‘there is nothing worse than a belt of a door knob on the knee.’ Alex would argue that the hills of Dorset are far more damaging. “Medically speaking, I’m told that walking the Dorset coast is the equivalent of six trips up Mount Everest”, he considers. “That’s how I damaged my knees.” Without prior training, the culmination of distance and a 20 kg backpack inflicted ligament damage in one knee and arthritis in the other. Not a man for, er, limp excuses, he intends to “organise another way to transport the bag.” PRAY AS YOU GO Preferring “to seek forgiveness rather than permission”, the man who had “never pitched a tent in my life” now dosses down in multifarious “gardens, woods, parks and beaches.” One cold November night he slipped into a Cornwall church about 7 pm, set up tent and expected to be asked to leave before begging to be allowed stay. Instead, the caretaker locked the door without checking for inhabitants. “It was a weekend night, I had no phone coverage”, he smiles. “I hoped it wasn’t one of those churches that only opened at weekends.” Happily he was liberated next morning, still undiscovered by the inattentive caretaker. Permission is less pursued in Scotland, where ‘open roaming laws’ generally apply. That partly explains how he came to be walking towards what he presumed were 50 cows in a field. They transpired to be bulls on a livestock stud farm instead. “They began walking towards me”, he remembers. “I knew if I ran I was dead.” Adhering to the recommended advice on ‘How to Avoid Being Gored to Death by 50 Scottish Bulls before Teatime” he opened his umbrella “to appear

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Englishman, Alex Ellis-Rosswell in the Vango tent. big”, shouted a lot and edged his way backwards. “They’d charge one at a time,” he recalls,“each making two runs, then retreating to let another take over. I got out but it was the most terrifying ten minutes of my life!” Wales provided a milder encounter as he and Princess Ann were simultaneously visiting Porthcawl lifeboat’s 50th anniversary. “A man with a clipboard said she wanted to meet me,” he recalls, “In muddy boots and jacket I wasn’t really dressed for the occasion but we chatted briefly. She seemed to appreciate what I am doing.” With the beard he has grown on his odyssey, he accentuates stereotype homelessness. So the police – or Gardaí - sometimes also take interest. “But it’s mostly out of concern, which is nice,” he says, spoiling a potentially scandalous story about prejudice and injustice! Somewhat surprisingly he encounters many soulmates, such as the woman who walked the perimeter of Wales with a donkey and another who “walked every footpath in Wales” to raise funds for ovarian cancer research. “There are even whole communities evolving wherever it is cheaper to live because people can’t get the work for which they studied and trained”, he explains. “Galloway in Scotland is incredible for it.” PEOPLE Though often reciting poetry or listening to music while walking, people are the priority for this calm and articulate traveller. Most of us, he finds, hold similar fears, hopes and feelings, regardless of class, colour or creeds while the more daunting his circumstances, “the more helpful people tend to be.” Yet, sometimes he must reject kindness. “I never take a lift unless I’ll be dropped back at the pickup spot”, he declares. He was delighted to find

communities in Wales and Scotland “still kept their front doors left open and welcoming” and harbours great memories of friendly locals as he walked round the Isle of Man; similarly, “the Amish community in Dunmore East.” He arrived in Northern Ireland as the Orange Order marches began and stayed with members of both sides of the divide in County Down. He found them “90% the same and very friendly.” JOURNEY WITHIN Solo journeys are inner excursions and Alex recognises his self-discovery. “At first I could scarcely hold a conversation with strangers,” he recalls, “and I couldn’t sleep for fear someone would mug or murder me. Gradually, I realised the world isn’t like that. Now everything is so different.” He keeps a log of his days, which he updates regularly online. It reassures his mum Jackie and his three older half-sisters back in Kent “that I’m not dead.” Far from it, he has, surprisingly, gained nearly a stone in weight. “It’s probably muscle gain,” he figures. Dodgy knees notwithstanding, he is looking forward to the next two years, though further adaption awaits.While he may not be nearing exhaustion, the same cannot be said of his funds. After having survived on “about £5 a day,” his finances are running low and he may seek casual work as he proceeds. All things considered, it’s hard not to envy the man! Too often the option of staying needs to be worse than that of leaving before we take stock of life. People like Alex Ellis-Rosswell remind us of our potential. Welcome stranger. To donate to the RNLI through Alex’s journey see: w w w. b t . c o m / l o n g walkround Also:FB: alexellisroswell. See FB Ardmore Physical Therapy or 0868568646.

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Pictured are St. Mary's Primary School, Dungarvan, who took part in the Waterford Festival of Architecture Architect in Schools project. Included are Tom Finnegan, Chair. WFA, and Emma Hogan, St. Mary's.

Permission sought for six new houses AN application has been lodged with Waterford City and County Council seeking to build six new homes in Ballinroad. Dromana Developments Ltd., applied to the planning authority for permission to construct six new twostorey houses (two detached and four semi-detached) at Pairc na mBlath, Ballinroad, Dungarvan. (Planning reference: 15554). The deadline for submissions from the public is 11th November, 2015. Waterford Council is expected to make a decision on the application by 2nd December, 2015.

New ramp crossings off N25 to give priority to pedestrians / cyclists By Paul Mooney THE purpose of new ramp crossings constructed at junctions leading from the N25 is to give pedestrians and cyclists priority. In a report to the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council, the Roads Section said the

pedestrian/ cycle crossings have been constructed at junctions leading off the N25 at the Spring, Kilrush, Fairlane and Park Hotel roundabouts, and the road leading to Phelan’s Hardware and are designed to give pedestrians and cyclists priority. The Council was told that signalised pedestrian

and cyclist crossings (Toucans) have also been installed and will soon be operational, while road lining has also been completed. BALLINROAD Meanwhile, works have begun to introduce designated parking spaces, improved lighting and cycle lanes around the

Ballinroad Church area. Issues in the area, such as drainage, road surfacing, provision of new lighting and landscaping will also be addressed. The Council said it is waiting on the ESB to relocate existing lighting at the corner opposite the church before proceeding further.

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Fire Brigade attends 449 incidents across Waterford to date this year WATERFORD Fire Service has attended to 449 fires in the city and county area this year to date, the October meeting of Waterford City and County was told. A report from the Emergency Services section of the Council highlighted that the ten fire stations of

Waterford’s Fire Service also attended 177 special services incidents during the year to date. Special services includes road traffic collisions, road hazards, chemical incidents, flooding and non-fire rescues. There were 73 incidents of false alarms during the year to date.

Nearly 40,000 visit Waterford libraries during September NEARLY 40,000 people visited libraries in Waterford City and County during September, according to a report to

the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council. During September, there were 43,623 items

borrowed from the libraries. Active membership for September in the libraries stands at 16,239.

Planning applications on par with last year

Chairman of Dungarvan-Lismore (West-Waterford) Fianna Fáil branch, Michael J. Walsh, presenting a voucher to Cllr. James Tobin to acknowledge the end of his term as Mayor of Waterford City and County, which came to an end a few months ago. Also included in the photograph are Mairead Tobin; Cllr. Tom Cronin, Chairman of Dungarvan-Lismore District Council; and Cllr. Mary Butler (General Election candidate for Fianna Fáil). The AGM of West Waterford Fianna Fáil was held after the presentation in the Lismore House Hotel on Friday night last (October 16th) and the current officer board were all unanimously returned to serve until after the General Election. The officer board includes President, Ollie Wilkinson; Chairman, Michael J. Walsh; Secretary, Clodagh Cronin; Asst. Secretary, Michelle Cullinane; Treasurers, Mairead Tobin and John Kenneally, and P.R.O, Seánaí Kiely. There will also be a full meeting of the Waterford Fianna Fáil CDC this coming Friday (October 23rd) at the Village Center, Kilmeaden, at 8.00 p.m.

PLANNING applications are almost on a par with last year. According to a Planning report to the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council, there have been 526 planning applications received in Waterford City and County from the start of the year up to 25th September, 2015. The report noted that in the same period last year, there were 537 planning applications received. During the month of September (up to

25th) the Council received 40 planning applications. PLANNING DECISIONS The Council’s Planning section made a total of 56 decisions in the month of September up to 25th, of which 52 were granted and four were refusals. Since the start of the year to 25th September, the Council has made 466 planning decisions, of which 442 (or 95 percent) were granted.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Waterford Council ‘taking in charge’ MSS Steel Sheds process across west of county By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is considering what works it can conduct on McInerney’s unfinished estates that are to be taken in charge, within a scheme drawn up by bond holders Alliance, in which all the building firm’s estates are bundled together. Money for the scheme will be provided by Alliance. Senior Executive Officer for Housing Joe O’Sullivan told October’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting that the council has referred the agreement back to the bond holders for what it hopes will be a final consultation. Mr. O’Sullivan did not specify how many estates were involved. The information came and after Cllr. John Pratt inquired about the takingin-charge status of

Dungarvan estates An Cruachán and Waters Edge, as well as several others in the west of the county Mr. O’Sullivan replied that the two estates in question were McInerney’s and explained the process being followed. Meanwhile, documentation circulated to the meeting contained a list of 32 unfinished estates not yet taken in charge and their current status. They are: West Street Tallow: Cois Bride, Taken In Charge (TIC) process, with snag list issued; The Bridge (no TIC request). Lismore: Castle Court (TIC process), developer working on snag list; Railway Gdns (TIC process), snag list issued and outstanding paperwork received from developer; The Mills (TIC in process), works complete and awaiting additional CCTV. Cappoquin: Cúil na

Circe (Current Planning Permission), works progressing on three new houses; Villierstown: Cois Gleanna (no TIC request); Riverview (in TIC process), go-ahead received from Irish Water and recommendation for taking-in-charge imminent;Woodview Close ((in TIC process), council intends to invoke follow up on bond. Aglish: Cúl Rua (in TIC process), way leaves to sort out. Clashmore: Clós Naomh Mochua (in TIC process), Respond estate and work on site resolution plan to start shortly; Glaise Bheag (Current PP), St. Mochua’s Terrace (in TIC process). Ardmore: Russell Court (no TIC request), waste water treatment plant made safe by council in 2014;The Cloisters (unfinished estate),

request made to agent appointed by bank to explain his status. The Heritage (unfinished estate), proposal for SRP received and meeting with agent arranged. Baile na nGall: An Leacáin (unfinished estate), issues with non-compliance; (no TIC request); Fáinne na Farraige (no TIC request). An Rinn: Cluain Artúir (current PP), decision pending on further extension of duration; Cois Cuan (in TIC process), small bond invoked and awaiting quote on minor works; Páirc an Bhóthair (no TIC request). Ballinroad: An Grianán, (in TIC process), paperwork received recommendation for TIC imminent; An Rosán (in TIC process), paperwork received, way leaves in place but IW not agreeing to take in charge

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by Periodic Holdings Ltd., a metal recycling and hot dip galvanising manufacturer which purchased the old Waterford Crystal site in Dungarvan. LOCAL DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY Waterford Council will submit a Local Development Strategy (LDS) to central government for consideration and approval, in order to obtain a €7.5m fund allocated to Waterford under the Rural Development Programme. The Council expects the Department to confirm the LDS sometime in November. Following that, the Local Development Committee (LDC) will issue calls for applications from communities. Waterford Leader Partnership will be delivering the programme and the Council will be financial lead partner.

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Secondary School Education in Ireland: History, Memories and Life Stories By Tom O’Donoghue, Judith Harford THIS is the tenth title published in the ground-breaking Palgrave Macmillan series, “Historical Studies in Education.” The series is edited by William J. Reese and John L. Rury and … “… features new scholarship on the history of education, defined broadly, in the United States and elsewhere. Interdisciplinary in orientation and comprehensive in scope, it spans methodological boundaries and interpretative traditions. Imaginative and thoughtful history can contribute to the global conversation about educational change. Inspired history lends itself to continued hope for reform and to realising the potential for progress in all educational experiences.” It is noteworthy that two of the titles are concerned with Ireland and both have been produced by Professor Thomas O’Donoghue. Tom was born in Lismore County Waterford and taught Irish and History for some years in Cappoquin. From 1989-1992 he was Head of the Education Department, OLSH Teachers’ College at Rabaul New Guinea and also part-time lecturer at The University of Papua New Guinea. He served as a lecturer in curriculum theory at QUT, Brisbane in 1992 and was then appointed Assistant Professor in curriculum theory in the Graduate School of Education at The University of Western Australia (1993). He is currently Professor of Education in the University of Western Australia. He served as President of the Australian and New Zealand History of Education Society for the years 2002 and 2003. He was Adjunct Professor at the Divine Word University in Madang, Papua New Guinea (20022010). He was elected a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (U.K.) and a Fellow of the Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia. He has specialised in generic curriculum theory, qualitative research and “understanding contemporary issues though the study of the History of Education.” His prolific publications include a huge number of papers in academic journals and his longer works. Dr. Judith Harford is Director of the Professional Master of Education at the School of Education, UCD. She has published extensively in the areas of teacher education, history of women's education and education policy. She is CoOrdinator of the Teacher Education Policy in Europe Network and is a Link Convenor of the Teacher Education Research Network of the European Educational Research Association. She is a peer reviewer for a number of international journals and is on the editorial board of the New Hibernia Review. She is Consulting Editor to the Australian Journal of Teacher Education and series editor for Peter Lang: Oxford ('Re-thinking Education'

Series). External examining work includes The University of Western Australia, the Catholic University of Australia, the University of Dundee, the University of East London, and the University of Limerick. Her most recent appointment is to the Institute of Education, University of London as external examiner. She is a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (London) and an International Clinical Practice Fellow of the American Association of Teacher Educators. Her book, The Opening of University Education to Women in Ireland published in 2008 by the Irish Academic Press is a seminal work on the subject. Central to the focus of this book is the introduction of the free education scheme which was one of the most seismic events in recent Irish history. Unlike many other major events, its impact was almost immediately felt by virtually every family in the country. Donogh O’Malley served as Minister for Education “for twenty months until his untimely death on 10th March, 1968.” It would appear that his initiative was largely a personal one, unshared with his governmental colleagues and according to O Dubhlaing its results … “… range from the inequality of educational outcomes versus equality of access and the raising of societal attitudes towards the second and third level education and the consequential benefit of this to the socio-economic development of Ireland.” In the debate on the introduction of the scheme held in the Dáil O’Malley sought £33,778,250, an increase of £3,080,190 on the previous estimate. He sought an increase of £800,000 on the allocation for secondary education to £6,654,100. He stated that there were enough teachers available to implement the scheme as in 1965-66,416 had qualified compared to 152 15 years previously. He suggested that a better educated workforce was needed for a developing economy and he commented on high educational drop-out rates. He stated that under his scheme “about 75 % of day pupils in secondary schools, would have free education available to them.” In conclusion he pointed out that … “Under our present system of post-primary education obstacles in the way of the student from the lower income family may be set down as follows: the inability of his parents to pay the school fees demanded; their inability to meet the cost of school books and requisites; the need for an additional breadwinner in the family; the absence of motivation from the family environment and the cost of transport in rural areas.” A free transport service for pupils was introduced in conjunction with the scheme and

this was not means-tested. In the aftermath of the introduction of free education, attendance at second level schools grew to virtually 100%. Possession of a leaving certificate became the norm and in many cases qualifications became necessary due to demand rather than need. For those surveyed in this book second level education was perceived as a logical next stage rather than as for later pupils a point on a progressive career path. In chapters one and two, the authors provide a fascinating insight into the situation of second level education in Ireland during this period. In 1924 only 5% of the population attended post-primary schools and this had only grown to 16% by 1960. While there was some growth in attendance prior to the introduction of free education only a small percentage attended second level schools and of those who did many left prior to completion of the Leaving Certificate. No State post-primary schools were established prior to 1966 when three comprehensive schools, including one in Cavan were opened. The working methodology of the work is well set out. It is emphasised that the memories included are in the “life history tradition” wherein interviews are solicited with living persons. This emphasis on oral rather than written responses is critical in adaption lending them greater immediacy and curtailing them linguistically but rendering them all the more readable and personal in consequence. Chapter three deals with the twenty eight boys Secondary Diocesan Colleges whose primary focus was on the “public examination-orientated secondary school education system.” The contributors are Frank Johnston who attended Coláiste Mhuire in Galway and Professor Ciaran Sugrue who attended St. Brendan’s, Killarney.The final piece is that of Donald Brady retired Waterford County Librarian who attended St. Patrick’s College Cavan. Chapter four is concerned entirely with the Irish Christian Brothers Schools of the Order founded by Waterford merchant Edmund Rice in his native city in the year 1802. These schools “at all times constituted the largest group of Catholic schools for boys.” In 1930, there were 64 such schools with 8,067 pupils and the next largest group were the 28 Diocesan Colleges which had 3,377 pupils. Noel Kelly, Waterford playwright, attended Mount Sion which was founded in 1803. Willie Henry attended Westland Row and though one brother sometimes executed “premeditated” punishment on the pupils the vast majority were kind and “gentlemen.” Ken Glasgow attended Oatlands in Dublin. The final piece is provided by Tony Dowd a protestant who

comments that in all his years at Lismore CBS he never once encountered religious discrimination. Chapter five deals with the small number of other Catholic Boys Schools. Brian Fleming attended the Jesuit Belvedere College for six years and comments that he received “a comprehensive education.” Gerry Jeffers attended De La Salle Churchtown and highlights illicit smoking and the importance of the public library service in his education. Andrew Shortall attended Ballyfin College, Laois as a boarder on a County Council scholarship and comments on the importance of religion in the school ethos and the lack of career guidance. Brian Titley provides one of most powerful pieces in this work. He highlights the prevalence of learning by rote and states that: “One brother, however, was different; I doubt that any other country in Europe would have permitted him to be in the same room as children.” He suggests that his teachers had a limited vision and held an attitude that students should “keep in your social place.”This piece is permeated by a very negative attitude towards the church in general. Chapter six deals with the schools provided by the Sisters of Mercy and the Presentation Sisters for girls. Like the diocesan colleges these schools laid a priority on preparation for State exams. In 1930 the Sisters of Mercy managed 51 schools with 2,820 of 9,525 girl pupils in secondary schools. The Loreto Order had 18 schools with 1,845 girls enrolled. Mary O’Byrne attended the Presentation Convent in Cashel. Sally Desmond attended the North Presentation Convent in Cork. The piece provided by Thelma Blackford is particularly interesting as she completed her secondary school by studying independently for the Matriculation Certificate. The piece provided by Anne Boyle, now well known for work with traveller families in Galway, provides similar insights to those earlier in this chapter and indicates a uniform absence of corporal punishment in these schools. Chapter seven is concerned with schools provided by other orders of nuns. Joan McNamara attended Mount Anville and later Loreto Convent St. Stephen’s Green. Her piece further reinforces the absence of career guidance in virtually all the schools represented. The following piece is provided by Una Cotter from Tallow, County Waterford who attended Loreto Convent Fermoy. She references the lack of career guidance and sex education. Ro Aitkin attended the Sisters of Sacred Heart of Mary convent in Dublin. This was a small fee paying school. Winifred Bourke attended Muckross Park convent provided by the Dominicans. She

found the nuns enlightened and “saw women as having a role to play in the world.” Her most interesting observation concerns the response by the nuns to the Vatican Council which they found liberating for women. Bourke states that some sex-education was provided. Chapter eight delves into experiences at Protestant Secondary Schools. In 1967 Protestant denominations represented 5% of the Irish population and 9% of that in Dublin. They were serviced by 40 schools in 1939. Three features differentiated them significantly from their Catholic counterparts: Firstly many were co-educational; secondly a much higher proportion of girls attended secondary school than their catholic neighbours; and finally the schools were generally much smaller and even in 1967 the 42 schools had a range of 30 to 400 pupils with 20 of these having less than 100 pupils. Susan Parkes attended Alexandra College, then located at Earlsfort Terrace, from 1948-54. While her school experience appears to have been happy and uneventful, she does provide the interesting information that some of her fellow students continued to study for the British Public Examinations rather than the Irish ones, a choice while she suggests negatively impacted on their later careers. Victor Talbot, born on 6th December, 1947, attended High School in Dublin, Wilson’s Hospital, Multyfarnham, Co.Westmeath, and finally Wesley College, Dublin. His account is without doubt the most harrowing narrative in this book. His phrasing alone indicates the impact that his experiences left on him. He refers to the “RC-political control-freak net.” Of his experiences at the High School in Harcourt Street, he states that “teachers need a whipping boy,” which unfortunately happened to be him. The extraordinarily bleak descriptions of Wilson’s Hospital which he attended from 1961-’66 make his comment that his schooldays were the “worst days of my life,” perfectly understandable and it is comforting that his period in Wesley provided some of his “happiest.” Gwen Roe attended Dundalk Grammar School and took the Matriculation route to further education. Brian Dungan attended the High School Dublin and appears to have had a relatively uneventful experience during his time there. Chapter nine, the final memory section, deals with several unusual schools such as Catholic juniorates, Catholic Lay Secondary Schools and Preparatory Colleges. Edward Lynch attended St Patrick’s Classical School in Meath. He had received a County Council scholarship. He later became a renowned figure in veterinary circles in County Waterford with a practice based in West

Waterford. Don Herron joined the Christian brothers and attended a CBS Junior Novitiate. He left the Brothers at 21 and later worked in Papua New Guinea. John Coolahan attended the Catholic Lay School at Tarbert Co Kerry leaving in 1959 and later becoming Professor (emeritus) in Maynooth. Michael O’Shea attended Scoil Ulmhúcháin Baile Mhúirne, Cork. He had previously been a pupil at the De La Salle College at Macroom. But considering a career in teaching, he took the advantage of the opportunities offered by preparatory teaching colleges and later spent a lifetime teaching in Lismore. In chapter ten the authors provide a response to their research. They consider the nature of memory and reflect on the reconstructions which we all make on our own past. These memories can be structured within a context of “religious identity, sexual identity and social identity.” It is suggested that these memories can be used as a basis for widening the horizons and confirming whether they conform to a general pattern of experience. This book deals with memories of those who lived through a period of major social change. Many commentators, particularly Irish literary figures, have promoted a ‘myth’ that Ireland at this time was insular, backward and censored by a veritable clerical gestapo. In contemporary Ireland, probably in the aftermath of horrific clerical sexual abuse revelations, even clerical commentators have felt the need to totally disavow the actions and attitudes of their predecessors as exemplified by an editorial by Bruce Bradley S.J. in Studies. In a thoughtful, reflective, defensive and written in an unfortunate Father Trendy style he comments that this earlier ‘authoritarian Church’ was focused on a laity which should “pay, pray and obey,” and this “… lamentable tradition of clerical authoritarianism helps to explain the passivity of a disempowered, intellectually under-nourished laity.” In the context of the almost total acceptance of this inter-

pretation of the situation in Ireland it is very well worth reflecting on the situation elsewhere. In the aftermath of World War II, and following a significant period of social and financial re-adjustment, the world by the late 1950s was ready for change. In Britain this was exemplified by a musical revolution spearheaded by the Beatles and the fashion revolution introduced by Mary Quant and the miniskirt. In the United States, the Civil Rights movement headed by Martin Luther King and opposition to the Vietnam War, which was exemplified by the burning of draft cards and evasion of the draft by escape to other jurisdictions (particularly Canada), forced the Establishment into major changes. The Vatican Council had created massive change in the Catholic Church, most visibly in the abandonment of the Latin Mass. The student revolt in Paris in 1968, the commencement of the civil rights campaign in Northern Ireland in 1967 and the landing of the first man on Moon were all seismic events which illustrate major cultural change. While individual themes are explored by contributors to this book many are common to most and these include: curriculum restriction; the overarching importance given to the Irish Language; the use of Saturday as a normal school day; travel to school; the singular lack of sex-education and career guidance; the priority given to the promotion of nationalism; the importance of sport and particularly Gaelic games in boys schools; the prevalence of corporal punishment in boys’ schools; the quality of teachers; physical conditions; the poor quality of food in boarding schools; and the promotion or lack of interschool activities. This book will undoubtedly provide an extremely valuable research source for educationalists but viewed from the perspective of the historian and the biographer it also provides tremendous insights into the life experiences of those who grew up in Ireland during the middle of the last century.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

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Winds of change

‘Shoulder Pain during Tennis & Swimming – Internal Impingement’

In the hush of the twilight I stand and I listen, For the sound of a fiddle’s remembered refrain, As the soft-falling dew on the clover leaves glisten, The music is silent, but the memories remain. After years I’ve returned to the scenes of my dreaming, Fifty Summers or more have slipped silently by, But alas, I forgot in my rose-tinted scheming, Time’s passing brings changes to the world and to I. And now I’m a stranger where I was once welcome, Not one face familiar in the twilight I see, Heart-broken I search for my lost childhood kingdom, Every door barred and bolted; I dare not turn a key.

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Eileen Walsh, Bank of Ireland; Terry Renihan, Anne Butler, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber and Dolores Reidy, JBW Accountants. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

By Tomás Ryan BSc.,AHS,Ph.Th. MIAPT, Registered Physical Therapist based in Clonmel and Thurles. The chronic Shoulder condition known as Internal Impingement Syndrome is a common aggravating problem for Tennis players, Swimmers and occupations such as Plasterers and Painters.The injury occurs gradually and is caused by overhead activity such as hitting a ball overhead with a tennis racquet. It can also occur during repetitive painting and plastering of ceilings. If we picture the shoulder joint as a ball fitted into a socket with rotator cuff tendons that help stabilise and move this ball known as the humeral head in its socket namely the glenoid fossa. Internal Impingement occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become pinched between the humeral head glenoid fossa during overhead head force movement of the arm. The constant pinching of the Infraspinatus ans Supraspinatus tendons during overhead activity leads to irritation of both these tendons bring about tendinopathy and pain with movement. SYMPTOMS OF INTERNAL IMPINGEMENT Pain in the area behind the Shoulder during overhead sporting activity Tender to palpate or press the muscle tissue at the back of the shoulder (infraspinatus tendon) Weakness when swinging the arm overhead such as when a tennis player is attempting to serve a ball overhead or when a swimmer is attempting an overhead stroke. Difficulty bringing arm behind your lower back Long term chronic shoulder injury in Sport. CAUSES OF INTERNAL IMPINGEMENT Underlying dysfunctions are linked to the onset of Internal Shoulder Impingement. Firstly restricted Internal Rotation movement of the shoulder which can be seen when a person finds it difficult to place their hand behind their lower back.This is due to tightness at the back of the shoulder joint, namely the Posterior Joint Capsule & the Infraspinatus rotator cuff tendon. This tightness and restriction of the joint capsule, infraspintus and Inferior Glenohumeral Ligament of the shoulder causes the humeral head to move at an abnormal angle against the socket of the glenoid fossa during the cocking phase of throwing which is when the arm is held overhead. Secondly there is anterior or frontal shoulder joint instability meaning that when the shoulder is tested in clinic there is excessive forward movement of the humeral head away from the socket suggesting a loose front joint capsule. The third dysfunction is lack of strength of muscles between shoulder blades. Next week I will discuss rehabilitation of Internal Shoulder Impingement. Tomás Ryan is a Registered Physical Therapist with The Irish Association of Physical Therapy and is based in Clonmel & Thurles. Contact Number: 0504 26672. Email tomaspryan@gmail.com

Dylan McGuire named as winner of Bausch+Lomb’s first ‘Scholars’ bursary THE first winner of Bausch + Lomb Scholars Programme, which provides financial support and mentoring for a dependant of an employee who wishes to take up one of a range of courses in Waterford Institute of Technology, has been announced. Dylan McGuire, eldest son of Mary McGuire, who works on the weekend shift and who has been a Bausch + Lomb employee for the past eleven years, is to receive a bursary to support him while he completes a degree in business studies at the Institute. Dylan will also have an opportunity to gain work experience in the plant during college breaks as part of a work placement scheme which will be relevant to the subjects he is studying at WIT. This will allow him to access the bank of business and technical expertise residing in the current workforce through an undergraduate internship at Bausch + Lomb. Ten courses were selected at three of the Institute’s schools: Business; Engineering; and Science and Computing. The degree courses covered by the scholarship include business, accounting, finance and investment, international business, electronic engineering, mechanical and manufacturing engineering, sustainable energy engineering, physics for modern tech-

nology, pharmaceutical science and applied computing. Damain Finn, Bausch+ Lomb general manager, congratulated Dylan and his parents, Mary and Billy, on achieving the scholarship and said he looked forward to meeting him and watching his progress through college over the coming three years. “During our 35 years in operation in Waterford, Bausch + Lomb has always believed that education and continuous professional development of all employees who wanted to further their skill profile, was well worth investing in,” said Damain. “Now we are looking to the future and embarking on building a close relationship with the brightest and best of the next generation.” Laura Keane, Head of Student Life and Learning, Waterford Institute of

Technology, commented on the high standard of applicants. “WIT is delighted to be involved in the Bausch + Lomb Scholars Programme. We were really impressed with the quality and motivation of the candidates we interviewed. We wish Dylan the best in his future studies at the Institute.” The programme also includes an opportunity for successful candidates to take on one community project or initiative each year for the duration of the course. The programme is being co-ordinated by Bausch + Lomb’s training manager, Jackie Roche, who said the response from employees has been enthusiastic. “It was very difficult to select a winner from among the excellent entry of candidates and we were very impressed by the calibre of applicant which the programme attracted,” she said.

Laura Keane, Head of Student Life and Learning, Waterford Institute of Technology; Damain Finn; Dylan McGuire, winner of the first Bausch + Lomb Scholars bursary; and Jackie Roche. [Photo John Power]

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Know Your Rights FUNDING FOR COLLEGE Question: I’m unemployed and thinking about going to college. What funding is available for this? Answer: Most undergraduate students attending publicly funded third-level courses for the first time will qualify for the Free Fees Initiative. You must meet criteria as regards residence, nationality and immigration status, as well as course requirements. If you qualify for free fees you do not have to pay tuition fees. There is a separate Student Contribution, which you pay to the college. The student grant is the main financial support for students. The grant can cover all or part of your fees (if they are not already covered), the Student Contribution and provide some maintenance. To qualify for a grant, you and your course must meet certain criteria and you must pass a means test. The Back to Education Allowance is available to people who have been getting certain social welfare payments for a set period of time before starting their course.You cannot get a Back to Education Allowance and the maintenance portion of a student grant at the same time. If you are eligible for both, you should find out which would be of more benefit to you. The Free Fees Initiative, the student grant and the Back to Education Allowance all have rules regarding progression from previous studies. However, there are exceptions. If you intend to start a course at a level you have studied before, you should check out whether the rules on progression apply to your situation. If you do not qualify for the Free Fees Initiative or the student grant you should find out whether Springboard can help you to return to education. Springboard provides free higher education courses for people who are unemployed. If you have to pay tuition fees and a Student Contribution, you may qualify for tax relief. You can find out more about sources of funding, including the Student Assistance Fund for students experiencing financial hardship, on studentfinance.ie Further information is available from the Citizens Information Centre below. Know Your Rights has been compiled by Dungarvan Citizens Information Service which provides a free and confidential service to the public. Tel: 0761 076550. Address: Scanlons Yard, Dungarvan, Co Waterford. Information is also available online at citizensinformation.ie and from the Citizens Information Phone Service, 0761 07 4000.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Councillor concerned over proposed refugee numbers By Christy Parker WATERFORD County Councillor Séamus O’Donnell says the government is “going the wrong way about it” in its plans to accept 4,000 refugees from war-torn regions and that “a number of people” whom he has met oppose the programme as it stands. The Councillor brought his concerns to the

Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting, citing 2,500 people in need of housing across Waterford City and Council by way of further reference. “Where are they going to be put when they come in?” he asked. Cllr O’Donnell reflected that “we had refugees before and in my view they caused a terrible lot of problems down through the years and some still are

(doing so).” He felt that “4,000 is too many and many people I meet day to day agree.” Senior Executive Officer for Housing Joe O’Sullivan responded that “the refugee issue is a government / national matter.” He said the council has “had no contact relating to it yet” and added that it was not a relevant issue to raise at the municipal level.

Solicitors in Waterford to offer initial Will Consultations during Best Will Week this November ONLY three in ten Irish people have drafted a will and 50% have made no preparations for death Launched by MyLegacy.ie, Best Will Week takes place from Monday 2nd to Friday, 6th November. During Best Will Week, hundreds of solicitors around Waterford and Ireland will be making time to meet with new and existing clients for initial will consultations. Best Will Week is encouraging the people of Waterford to take advantage of this opportunity; to learn about the importance of making a will from expert solicitors and also to consider leaving a gift to charity in a will after all other personal considerations have been decided. Research revealed recently details that only three in every ten Irish people have drafted a will in preparation for their death1. Death is rarely a straightforward business and preparing for the future by getting important affairs in order gives peace of mind. It also provides certainty for loved ones around important issues such as deciding upon a burial versus cremation, considering an enduring power of attorney or organising finances. As part of this preparation, engaging with a local solicitor on drafting or updating a will is vital. The research found that over a quarter of those surveyed have benefited from a will but despite this, only 50% of Irish people have engaged with any of the practicalities around preparing for their own death, from making a will to discussing their wishes with family.

Best Will Week 2014 saw over 504 expert solicitors offer initial will consultations to Irish people. My Legacy estimate, based on solicitor feedback, that 1,970 will consultations took place during the week and approximately 1,800 wills were made. It is also estimated that over 430 gifts were left to Irish charities. When a person in Ireland dies without a will, their estate is divided among family members on the basis of rules laid down in the Succession Act 1965. If no beneficiaries can be found, the person’s estate, including property and savings, revert to the State’s intestate funds deposit account. As well as encouraging people to engage with their local solicitor to arrange an initial will consultation, Best Will Week aims to encourage Irish people to also leave a gift to charity in their will, perhaps to one of My Legacy’s 77 Irish charity members such as Irish Heart Foundation, Temple Street Foundation, Concern, or UNICEF. Ireland ranked as the 4th most generous country in the world in the 2014 World Giving Index. However, the research revealed today that only 12% of Irish people plan to leave money to a charity. Interestingly, 18 – 24 year olds have the highest intentions of leaving money to charity. Preparation for death is more prevalent with males than females and is of more concern to parents. The most surprising revelation from the research may be that only a quarter have dis-

cussed their wishes with their family with a large majority leaving their legacy completely uncertain. Will preparation is most popular with the over 55’s demographic with 57% having already drafted their will1. The younger demographic are not yet engaging the process with two thirds of those aged 25 – 34 not yet doing anything to prepare for their death, including drafting a will. Only a fifth of 35 – 44 year olds have prepared their wills which is surprising when this is considered the time in people’s lives when they buy a property or have children. Susan O’Dwyer, Chairperson of MyLegacy.ie and CEO of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, commented on the launch of Best Will Week; “The number of Irish people who bequeath a gift to charity or indeed don’t prepare a will is quite low. Leaving a gift to charity is a very meaningful experience that allows you to support a charity or cause you care about after you are gone. My Legacy would encourage everyone in Waterford to take advantage of Best Will Week by making an appointment to visit your local Waterford solicitor for a will consultation to discuss your wishes and your lasting legacy’’. You can learn more about leaving a gift to charity and find a local participating solicitor for Best Will Week online at www.mylegacy.ie For more information or to join in the conversation visit www.facebook.com/mylegacy.ie

Launching the Give Your Bra Appeal at the Athenaeum House Hotel were Irene Kenny, Food & Beverage Manager; Mailo Power, Director; Michelle Fitzgerald, Supervisor Zaks Restaurant, and Katie Ryan, Accommodation Department.

For every bra donated during October, Roche will give the Marie Keating Foundation €1 WOMEN across Waterford and beyond are being asked by Mailo Power of the Athenaeum House Hotel to donate an unwanted bra in any size, any colour, any style and in any condition to a fundraiser in aid of the Marie Keating Foundation during October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The campaign, which is proudly supported by Roche, will see the Marie Keating Foundation receive €1 for every bra donated throughout the month. Among the many drop off points around the country is the Athenaeum House Hotel, Ferrybank, Waterford. "We’re asking women to give their bra for Breast Cancer and donate an unwanted bra in any size, any colour, any style and any condition to the Marie Keating Foundation during October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. You can also "Give your Bra for Breast Cancer," at a special coffee morning hosted by us in the Coast Guard Station, Tramore on Thursday 22nd October 10.30am - 12 noon..

“You can also support breast cancer survivors and women currently going through the disease by uploading a photo of a bra to Facebook,Twitter or Instagram using #SayBravo and texting BRAVO to 50300 to donate €2 to the Marie Keating Foundation,” Mailo added. Last year, women across Ireland donated over 40,000 bras, which was a truly incredible response but this year, we are hoping for even more.The Bras for Breast Cancer campaign is an ideal way for women to support the fight against breast cancer, the hotelier added “Almost all of us have bras at home that we don’t wear anymore so please, donate them to the Marie Keating Foundation and help us raise funds for our vital breast cancer services, all of which we offer free of charge. This year, with our #SayBravo selfie campaign, you can also help us raise funds and awareness just using your smart phone. Breast cancer touches all of us so spare a moment and send us a selfie to say ‘Bravo’ to all the women who

have been affected by this disease.” Helen Forristal, Director of Nursing Services, Marie Keating Foundation said:“Every year, around 2,900 women in Ireland will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Early detection is key to survival. It is vital that we all check our breasts each month so the Marie Keating Foundation has developed a short video and infographic, available on our website, to show you how. We are also running free breast cancer seminars during October for women affected by breast cancer in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford and Letterkenny. You can register for these on our website.” Some of the donated bras will be sent to NCAD students and the Rediscovery Centre in Ballymun to be recycled as fashion garments or works of art as part of an art and design competition. The remaining bras will be recycled to support people affected by severe poverty and will be sent to Africa to support local women’s groups.

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Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Alan Ryan, Dungarvan Business Centre; Vincent Hayes, FDC Accountants, and Jenny Beresford, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Karl O’Doherty, AIB and Yvonne Murphy, FDC Accountants. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Gerard McCullagh, McCullagh Higgins & Co., and Paul O'Gorman, Permanent TSB. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Cormack Curran, Sherry/Fitzgerald/Reynolds; Ken Dickenson and John C. Flood, [Sean Byrne//Deise Media] Dungarvan Nissan.

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Pat Donnelly, Eleanor O'Dwyer, Yvonne Murphy and Michael O'Keeffe, FDC Accountants. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Pat Phelan, Rachel Ryan, Nicola Dee and Pat Williams, FDC Accountants. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Gerardine, Sinead and David Reynolds with Cormac Curran, Sherry/Fitzgerald/Reynolds. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Rob Whinnett, Blasta; Mary Beresford, Orlaith Brady, Gourmet House, and Jamie Hallahan, Hallahan's Pharmacy. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

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Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Mel Shanley, Quantun Life; Anne Marie Rossiter, Capitol Cleaners, and David Gaffney, Murray’s Pharmacy. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Matt Houlihan, Printmaster; Michael Hogan, Glanbia, and Pat Whyte, Whyte’s Corner. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Ray Kearney and Mary Sheridan, AIB Bank, with Tomas Horgan, Dungarvan Transport. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Attending the Post Budget Analysis Breakfast with FDC Accountants organised by the Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber in The Park Hotel were Anne Butler, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber; Matt Houlihan, Printmaster, and Ann Hogan, Dungarvan & West Waterford Chamber. [Sean Byrne//Deise Media]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

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Waterford halting sites ‘inspected weekly’ says Council By Christy Parker

A photograph featuring An Taoiseach Enda Kenny T.D., Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys TD, Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly TD with Jane Cantwell (Local Co-ordinator), Mayor John Cummins and Ger Crotty (Chairperson of 2016 Steering Group).

A programme of special events planned for Waterford as part of Ireland 2016 AN Taoiseach, Enda Kenny TD, was joined by An Tánaiste, Joan Burton TD, the Minister for the Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys TD, and the Minister for Environment, Community and Local Government, Alan Kelly TD, for the launch of 31 local and community plans, which include over 1,800 events and initiatives across the country to mark the 100th anniversary of the Easter Rising. The Waterford Ireland 2016 Centenary Programme is the outcome of consultations with interested local groups, organisations and individuals, who were invited to participate in the planning and implementation of the local programme. Led by Waterford County Council and under the guidance of the local 1916 co-ordinator, the programmes contain events and initiatives ranging across all seven strands of the Ireland 2016 programme. The 31 Local Authority Programmes for Ireland 2016 represent the outcome of many hundreds of hours of reflection, consultation and discussion involving thousands of people all over Ireland. The most consistently expressed wish was that 2016 should be a year that belongs to everyone. Equally remarkable was the widely articulated desire that 2016 should be about looking to the future more than looking back. People of all ages and backgrounds expressed a wish to rekindle the idealism that in 1916 found expression in the desire to be free, to be the authors and carriers of our cultural heritage and to be equal among ourselves and among the nations – in short to create a country worth of the

name Republic. Some of the events planned include: • In March 2016, Museum of Treasures, an exhibition of the writings and works of Waterford woman, writer and lifelong Political Activist Rosamund Jacob, who was active in the Rising, and an exhibition of communications from Seamus Upton “The Printer of the Rising” who was in the GPO in 1916. • Comhairle na nÓg in Waterford will host a special Memorial Event to remember the young people who lost their lives in 1916. Speaking at the launch of the County Plans, An Taoiseach Enda Kenny said: “I know that these 31 County Plans for Ireland 2016 represent the outcome of many hundreds of hours of reflection, consultation and discussion involving thousands of people all over Ireland. I would like to thank you all for your efforts in ensuring that next year will be a year for all of our communities to remember and a year in which active citizenship is celebrated. The story and events of 1916 belongs to all of us regardless of political or family background, or personal interpretation of our modern history. I am delighted that the local authorities have reached into the heart of the communities you represent to ensure that next year will be a truly inclusive one – where all citizens’ views can be listened to and respected”. An Tanaiste Joan Burton added: “We, as citizens, owe it to the Republic that we live in today to allow political debate, discussion and analysis of all the threads which have led to the creation of our modern

State. I see from all the Programmes being launched here today that at local level, this spirit of inclusivity and diversity has been respected. I am also delighted to see that the role of women in the events of 1916 which was largely forgotten in the commemorations of 1966 has been rediscovered and projects and initiatives marking this contribution can be found throughout the county plans for next year.” Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Heather Humphreys said: “The 31 County Plans for Ireland 2016 are the result of one of the largest consultation processes in the history of the State. I have been overwhelmed by the enthusiasm and level of interest in communities right across the country; every county wants to play its part in marking the centenary of the Rising. From arts and cultural events to youth theatre, historical tours and film festivals, there is something to appeal to everyone in this ever-expanding nationwide series of events. I would like to thank the Local Authority for its cooperation and hard work in putting all of these programmes together. Minister for the Environment and Local Government Alan Kelly said: “I am a firm believer of enhancing our local communities from the ground up – while it is vital that we support the national programme which was launched in March this year, it is really important that each community is afforded the opportunity to reflect on their own history and are also given the chance to imagine the future of their communities in line with the ideals laid down in the Proclamation”.

WATERFORD Council says its halting sites are checked weekly for health and safety requirements in response to an inquiry from Cllr James Tobin at October’s DungarvanLismore Municipal District meeting. Cllr Tobin said that in the wake of the tragedy at Carrickmines, south Dublin, in which 10 people lost their lives in a halting site fire, he had “no doubt”

that the government would soon impose responsibility on local authorities to meet safety standards. “That’s what governments do,” he insisted, “but local authorities can’t do their work if not given the money to do so.” The Councillor asked whether Waterford Council had “plans or manpower to conduct immediate inspection of all our halting sites to see they are fit for use and for living in.” Senior Executive Officer

for Housing Joe O’Sullivan revealed that the council employs a management company for halting sites that carries out a weekly inspection in Dungarvan and elsewhere and which “is available 24/7.” He continued that resources were challenging and added that, while it “might not be the right time to be saying it, managing traveller accommodation is notoriously difficult work.” The officer assured the meeting that the inspections would continue.

Waterford authors included in new rural anthology TWO Waterford authors have had their stories included as part of Around The Farm Gate, a unique anthology of Irish rural memories which is hotlytipped to be a best-seller this year. Vincent Power hails from Ballingarry where his family has farmed since before the famine. Although the former Bank Manager now lives in Dublin with his wife and family, his story ‘A Day In The Life Of A Farm’ is arguably the most comprehensive tale of how a day dawns and can change on a farm as the hours pass by. Catherine Power-Evans is a native of Kilmacthomas but now lives in Wales with her husband and grown up sons. Her story in the collection ‘Maps, Gaps and Patchwork Fields’ brings a kaleidoscope of memories about childhood play and how adaptable children of that generations were. In particular, she evokes past summers and how those on holidays used their time to search out the wonderment in the ordinary, day to day living. Around The Farm Gate, published by Ballpoint Press in collaboration with RTE, is a unique collection of 50 stories written by different authors from around the country detailing their experiences from the time in which they grew up. The stories are a brief snapshot in time and offer a rare glimpse of our recent history, encapsulating and preserving the traditions of several generations in a

rapidly disappearing rural landscape. The presenter of RTE Radio 1’s popular Countrywide programme, Damien O’Reilly said: "Around the Farm Gate is a rich tapestry of unique memories and stories of life on the land in rural Ireland, a collection of events that happened but are seldom documented, until now. “From threshing oats, driving cattle to the local street market, thinning beet or cocking hay, the experience of growing up in rural Ireland is full of anecdotes

and yarns focused mainly on life on the land. Too often though, these stories die with the beholder and are often left untold. “Growing up in rural Ireland for much of the 20th century wasn’t easy. Farming life was a tough existence but through a combination of a strong faith and an honest work ethic, farming families managed to keep the show on the road and much of that life shines through in this wonderful collection of stories from across the country.”

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Council devising new Tenancy Management procedure By Christy Parker WATERFORD Council is making alterations to its dispute management system for estates with details to be finalised in the coming weeks. The issue arose at October’s Dungar van-Lismore Municipal District meeting when Cllr. Declan

Doocey asked how issues involving “unacceptable behaviour by residents in council estates, in relation to their neighbours, is handled?” The Councillor inquired as to who should be consulted and how long before consequences occur. Conceding that disturbances were “difficult and ongoing”, Senior

Executive Officer for Housing Joe O’Sullivan said the Council had an anti-social behaviour officer but that there “may be too much reliance on us to resolve problems in social housing estates”, whereas in private estates people can be “more inclined to feel they have to get on with each other and resolve things them-

selves.” Regardless, he said it was “important that things are reported to us” as the Council “does not want people suffering in their houses”. He then revealed that the council is currently “trying to strengthen our resources in terms of dealing with tenancy management issues”.

“We are looking at a change”, he informed Cllr. Doocey, “and I’ll have a name for you in the coming weeks and a solution that will be helpful.” PLEASE TELL US Meanwhile, as is becoming a repeat issue at every monthly meeting, Cllr. John Pratt again reminded that

Councillors had received promises that they would be informed of who is allocated receiving houses. “It has come up and up and up, but people in the housing services here from the bottom up and top down don’t seem to be working on it,” he observed. “If we can have the

information, can we start getting it now on a regular basis and if we can’t have it, then fair enough, tell us.” Mr. O’Sullivan replied that he “thought it was happening.” Apologising, he “will see it starts happening straight away”, he concluded.

Colligan Woods next up in Pike Hill work expected to be completed by Walk Waterford series end of October WORK taking place on the Pike Hill is expected to be completed by the end of the month. A report to the October meeting of Waterford City and County Council stated that the work taking place is pavement overlay and the

WATERFORD Sports Partnership (WSP) held the second walk of the Walk Waterford Autumn Series on Sunday, 18th October, along the beautiful Dungarvan Railway Track. On a dry clear day eighteen adults and children enjoyed the 4.5km walk led by Peter Jones and Suzanne Baumann from WSP. Participants were treated to stunning views along the Dungarvan coastline. Aoife Phelan, who travelled from Waterford City with her husband Michael and their daughter for the walk said 'We were absolutely delighted with the walk, it was great and Peter and Suzanne accommodated

both the quick and the slow walkers'. Mary Moi said 'the walk was excellent as usual, very well organised and I think I will do it again tomorrow.' We will host the third walk in the series next Sunday, 25th October, in Colligan Wood, near Dungarvan. The meeting point is the Colligan Wood Car Park at 2.00 p.m. This beautiful Coillte forest is at the foothills of the Comeragh Mountains, the wood boasts a variety of walks and a beautiful picnic spot by the Colligan River. There are three options of walking trails here. There is a short flat stretch along the river bank which is guaran-

teed to leave even the most stressed feeling a bit more relaxed and refreshed. There is also the choice of two marked National Looped Trails - the Inchadrisla Loop of 3.5km (1hr 15 mins) and the more challenging Geenane Loop of 6km (1hr 45 mins). Walkers will need suitable walking shoes (runners are ideal), warm clothing and a waterproof jacket. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult. To get to the meeting point; Colligan Wood Car Park – take the N72 to Dungarvan take the Kilrush roundabout (Campus garage) towards Cappoquin. Just past the Pike petrol sta-

tion at the Master McGrath monument take a right onto the Clonmel Road R672, travel 4km from this point and take the first exit right signposted for Kilbrien/Colligan Wood, the car park is on the left a further 2km along this road. We look forward to seeing you there. To find out more, please contact, Pauline Cunningham, Sports Development Officer, Waterford Sports Partnership on 051 849855/086 7837385. For a full listing of the Spring Series of Walks visit: www.waterfordsportspartnership.ie Find us on Facebook.

work should be completed by 30th October. Motorists are urged to use caution as there will be disruption to traffic and temporary traffic management. Last week, the N25 between Knocknagranagh

junction and the Pike Hill was closed for two days (Tuesday, 13th and Wednesday, 14th October) while essential resurfacing works were ongoing.Traffic was diverted via the Coast Road.

Seanachaí to host fish supper for Helvick Lifeboat Station AN Seanachaí are hosting a fish supper in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station at 8.00 p.m. on Friday, October 30th. “Our house chef is serving up a dish of locally sourced seafood at a special price of €15 and we are proud to be part of the RNLI Fish Supper initiative!” says Mags Hurley of the award winning Seanachaí Bar & Restaurant. Located at Pulla Cross in Ring, Dungarvan, just off the N25, An Seanachaí

RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station.

is full of old world charm and received a Certificate of Excellence on 2015 Trip Advisor. “We look forward to a wonderful night in An Seanachaí,” says RNLI Fundraising Committee member Connie Kiersey. “For further information check our Facebook page: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising”. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

The Newsreader THE WEEK THAT WAS IN IT . . .

A sad day for Irish sport Why ‘computers are bad’ ARE we crazy or what? We have in this country been endowed with many great sportspeople, women and men, who have brought honour and glory upon themselves and enhanced the reputation and stature of our country as a result. Over the decades past, the list is very significant and even this town has produced several world champions and many of slightly lesser success over the last decade alone. Just last week, we gained our first male World Boxing Champion and several others who took World medals as well. To use the old time-worn cliché, ‘we box well above our weight’. In that particular sport, much of the current success on the mens’ side is attributable to Irish Boxing Head Coach, Billy Walsh from Wexford who took boxing and its fighters by the scruff of the neck, instilled discipline, a demanding fitness regime, a will to win and whatever other ingredients it takes to make a boxer with talent successful and took them to the summit. Now, all of that is in the balance as Billy Walsh finally accepted a lucrative and very attractive offer from the United States to take over as the Head Coach of their Women’s Boxing Team.Truly an offer he couldn’t refuse, but he was prepared to if he got a substantial counter offer from the Irish Amateur Boxing Association. That was not forthcoming and he now heads for the United States and no one can blame him. To use another terrible modern phrase, ‘it was a no-brainer’, we need people of the calibre of Walsh and should have performed whatever commercial and diplomatic handstands were necessary to keep him. No one has said his requests were outrageous and he indicated firmly that he would prefer to stay at home if the offer was right.The offer was right, but unacceptable to

the IABA. What a waste! The Irish Sports Council – which picks up the tab - had negotiated a new contract with him, but this was unacceptable to the Irish Amateur Boxing Association.This in the wake of the dream results from ‘the Worlds’ in Doha last week. For eight months the negotiations dragged on, imposing a heavy toll on Walsh who was torn between loyalty to his country, his obligations to himself and his family and a very attractive offer to work at the highest level with the top sporting country in the world in Colorado Springs. The departing Coach made it clear that the Sports Council, of which John Treacy is Chief Executive, had brokered a deal which ultimately was not acceptable to the IABA. In a statement on Monday he clarified his position. "I wish to express my gratitude to the Irish Sports Council for all their support and commitment to the IABA High Performance Programme over the course of the last 14 years,” he said, “and most recently in trying to broker an agreement on this matter," "The Sports Council have supported Irish boxing and worked tirelessly to find a solution." "While leaving the Irish Team has been one of the hardest decisions I’ve ever had to make, my sights are now firmly set on my future role with USA Boxing. It is a huge honour for me as a coach to receive the opportunity to work with such an iconic sporting nation that is the USA. I am greatly looking forward to the opportunities ahead in bringing my expertise and experience to the USA Women’s Team as they prepare for success in Rio and beyond." To put it in blunt terms, Olympic and World Medals cost money and need people of a particular calibre and status, not only on the coaching side, but also among ‘the blazers’. We have / had the Coach, but it appears the blazers left us down. A sad, sad day!

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KILMACTHOMAS BRIDGE CLUB (14/10/2015) – 1st Anna Harney & Claire Cummins; 2nd Mary Flahavan & Olga Carroll; 3rd Catherine M. Power & Margaret Flynn; 4th Elayne Kirwan & Beth Spollen; 5th Maeve Coghlan & Ann Murphy. CUNNIGAR BRIDGECLUB (14/10/2015) – 1st Aida O’Neill & Ella Whelan; 2nd Mary Mitchell & Kay Shanley; 3rd Ann McGrath & Nuala de Paor; 4th Doreen Keane & Cait Christopher; 5th Mary Cusack & Ann Moran.

Grace Walsh and Olivia McGrath-Kudzmaite pictured with the All-Ireland Ladies Football Cup at the Sesame Special Needs Pre School Benefit Night at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. [Dan McGrath/Editorial Images]

BEREAVEMENT Support and help available Service – Free & Confidential Tel. 058-46100 www.westwaterfordbereavement.org

OVER the past several decades we have made enormous advances in technology and have come to depend more and more on a variety of digital devices for communication, entertainment, record keeping and storage on the farm and in commercial business in many different ways, as well as education in the classroom and at home. While the digital age has transformed business and introduced order, flexibility and easier methods, the benefits which are claimed in education may not actually exist. At least that is according to Dr. Tom Butler who is Professor of Business Information Systems at University College, Cork. In an article for the Irish Examiner this week, Dr. Butler says that educators are augmenting or completely replacing traditional approaches to teaching and learning using iPads, tablets, and notebooks – all without a shred of scientific evidence for improvement in learning outcomes using ICT. “In most homes across the country,” he wrote,“children appear to be left literally to their own devices – be it smartphone, iPad or computer – with potentially disastrous consequences for their education, physical and mental wellbeing, and future life chances. “Utopian myths on information and communications technology (ICT) in education are sustained by the general lack of understanding of ICT and its capabilities, something which smartphone, tablet and computer manufacturers, and educational technology developers are taking wholesale advantage of in

HARBOUR BRIDGE CLUB (15/10/2015) – 1st Christine & Declan O'Keeffe; 2nd Elayne Kirwan & Joan Colbert; 3rd Nuala Condon & June James; 4th Ann Stack & Carmel Fox; 5th Mary Navin & Margaret Clancy. DUNGARVAN BRIDGE CLUB – 1st Justin Spratt & Theresa Doocey; 2nd Pauline Dempsey & Mary

Moloney; 3rd Helen Russell & Tom Prendergast; 4th Sadie Ui Mhiachain & Kay Kirwan. DÉISE BRIDGE CLUB (Hallowe’en Party: 19/10/2015) – 1st Ann McGrath & Pauline Dempsey; 2nd Nuala O'Donovan & Helen McCarthy; 3rd Sadie Ui Mhiachain & Kathleen Deasy; 4th Austin and Mary Fenton; 5th Brigid Burke & Ned Whelan. AFFANE BRIDGE CLUB (5/10/2015) – 1st Claire Meaney & Pat Murphy; Joint 2nd Una Mason & Helen McGrath, Kathleen McGrath & Mary Fletcher; 3rd Valerie Coughlan & Mary Fives. (12/10/2015) – 1st Nellie Moloney & Claire Meaney; 2nd Mary Fives & Laboure Cliffe; 3rd Kathleen O’Mahoney & Pat Murphy; 4th Mary Fletcher & Eileen Tinnelly; 5th Kathleen McGrath & Helen McGrath.

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promoting their products. “The victims here are, ultimately, children, with naive politicians, policy makers, teachers, and parents the enthusiastic and unquestioning cheerleaders for untried, untested, unproven, and predominantly unscientific, solutions to problems that ICT is helping to create in the first instance. He says that ‘unrealistic claims’ are being made for ICT by the industry, and it will be many more years before they begin to see a return on the billions of dollars spent on often ineffective ICTbased information systems, many of which were abandoned during the dot com crash of fifteen years ago. “While things are much improved today,” he continues, “it must be acknowledged that ICT problems and failures are the norm, rather than the exception. The use of ICT in education will go the same way as ICT in business, with success elusive, failure the norm, and with children and parents bearing the cost and the consequences of failed educational experiments. He points to ICT screens leading to sleep disruption and deprivation, which impacts on learning, and is associated with obesity, and other physical disorders, such as computer vision syndrome. He also suggests that computer use in class disrupts the learning process and impairs learning outcomes for users and non-users alike; that learning with books and paper is superior to learning with e-books and that practical proof for this finding is that Waterstones is abandoning the Kindle Reader as sales

of e-books have fallen dramatically. There is a wealth of evidence to suggest that the overuse of ICT across society is not making young people smarter, it merely creating that illusion and perpetuating existing myths. Rather, the unthinking use of ICT in social and educational contexts is denying the majority of children and teenagers the basic skills and competencies required for deep analytic thought, drawing basic inference, and systematic problem solving, all of which foster innovation and success in life. In essence, Dr. Butler seems to be saying that ‘computers’ are making life too easy for a generation who are failing to learn productively. The world of our children . . . is a world where shallow reading, shallow thinking, shallow understanding, and shallow skills are widespread. Many digital natives will therefore end up as worker bees rather than architects of their future. In one of his final paragraphs, Dr. Butler claims that in the Age of the Smart Machine, children still need to write, and not type, in order to pre-process concepts and then lay them down efficiently and effectively in memory. Children and teenagers also need adequate sleep to consolidate memories – and ICT is known to interfere in this process’. All interesting and thoughtprovoking stuff for parents and teachers, but maybe he should have explained, for the benefit of us lesser beings, just what is meant by pre-processing concepts.

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PRAYER TO ST. JUDE (Feast Day 28th October) – O glorious St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracle. Near kinsman of Jesus Christ, powerful intercessor for all who invoke you. Special Patron in time of need, to thee do I come with my earnest request. And beg of you to whom God has given such great favours to help me now in my urgent need. I will never forget the graces and favours you have obtained for me and I will do my utmost to spread devotion to you. Amen. St. Jude pray for me and for all who honour thee and invoke thine aid. Publication promised. M.H. PRAYER TO THE BLESSED VIRGIN (Never known to fail) – O most beautiful Flower of Mount Carmel, Fruitful Vine, Splendour of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in this my necessity. O Star of the Sea help me and show me therein

you are my mother. O Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth, I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succour me in this necessity; there are none that can withstand your power. O show me herein you are my Mother. O Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to Thee (3 times). Holy Mother I place this cause in your hands (3 times). Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal, you who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once again that I never want to be separated from You in eternal glory. Thank You for Your mercy towards me and mine. The person must say this prayer three consecutive days. After three days the request will be granted. This prayer must be published after the favour is granted. J.C.

THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. (Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication, and favour will be granted). Never known to fail. J.C. THE MIRACULOUS PRAYER – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask you this very special one (mention favour). Take it, Dear Heart of Jesus, and place it within your own broken heart where your Father sees it. Then, in his merciful eyes, it will become your favour, not mine. Amen. (Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication, and favour will be granted). Never known to fail. M.L.

IN MEMORIAM

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O Death Notice C DEE, Michael Noel – On 14th October, 2015, peacefully at Athelstan House Nursing Home, aged 88 years. Much loved husband of the late Valerie and loved father of Robert, Michael, Kevin and Patsy. He will be sadly missed by his grandchildren, family and friends. Funeral Service to take place at St. Aldhlem’s Roman Catholic Church on Friday, 23rd October, 2015, at 11.00 a.m., followed by interment in Malmesbury Cemetery. Flowers welcome or donations to Cancer Research UK may be sent c/o Matthews Independent Funeral Directors, 7 Burnham Road, Malmesbury, SN16 0BQ. Tel 01666 822216. www.matthewsofmalmesbury.com

BYRNE (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of my dear husband Joe Byrne, late of Affane, Cappoquin, whose Anniversary occurs on 21st October. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered everyday.

–Your loving wife Ann and family. 2nd Anniversary Mass will be celebrated in Affane Church on Saturday, 24th October, at 8.15 p.m.

COSTIN (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Phil Costin (nee Walsh), late of Kilmurray, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd October, 2014.

DALY (13th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jack Daly, late of Knockateemore, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, who died on 24th October, 2002.

What we would give to see you today, To sit and talk to you for a while, To have you here, in the same old way, Would be our dearest wish, especially today. I think of you in silence, I often speak your name, But all I have are memories, And a picture in a frame. To all the world I am coping, I am fine when someone asks, But if they saw behind the smile, They’d know it was just a mask.

We lost a Dad and Grandad with a heart of gold, How much we miss him can never be told, He shared our troubles and helped us along, If we follow his footsteps we will never go wrong.

–Sadly missed by Michael, Breda and family.

MORRISSEY (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Norah Morrissey, late of Villierstown, who died on 20th October, 2012. Also remembering her husband Tommy Morrissey who died on 5th October, 1987. Gone are the days we used to share, But in our hearts you’re always there, Never more than a thought away, Loved and remembered every day.

–Sadly missed by all the family, home and abroad.

CORBETT (10th anniversary) – In loving memory of Jim Corbett, late of “Star of the Sea,” Stradbally, who died on 29th October, 2005. R.I.P. Missed in the morning, Of every day, Missed in the evening, As light fades away. Missed in a thousand, And one little ways, Around every corner, A memory stays. Will those who think of Jim today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Always remembered by your loving wife Sheila and brother Pat.

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THE SUNFLOWER SHOP – Supporting Waterford Hospice City & County – Welcomes donations of Clothes, Brica-Brac, Furniture and Toys, etc., in good condition. We also recycle Old Clothes / Linen. House Clearances welcome. Happy to collect. We are located at Main Street, Kilmacthomas. Call HELEN. Tel. (087) 2756576. (ind.)

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Death is nothing at all, I have only slipped away to the next room, I am I and you are you. Whatever we were to each other, That, we still are. Call me by my old familiar name. Speak to me in the easy way, Which you always used. Put no difference into your tone. Wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow. Laugh as we always laughed, At the little jokes we enjoyed together. Play, smile, think of me. Pray for me. Let my name be ever the household word, That it always was. Let it be spoken without effect, Without the trace of a shadow on it. Life means all that it ever meant. It is the same that it ever was. There is absolute unbroken continuity. Why should I be out of mind, Because I am out of sight? I am but waiting for you. For an interval. Somewhere. Very near. Just around the corner. All is well. Nothing is past; nothing is lost. One brief moment and all will be, As it was before only better, Infinitely happier and forever, We will all be one together with Christ.

–Always remembered and loved, by your son JohnPaul and daughter-in-law Michelle. Love you Mam.

As time unfolds another year, Memories keep you ever near, Silent thoughts of time together, Hold memories that will last forever.

–Always remembered by your loving family. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 25th October, at 10.00 a.m. in the Church of the Assumption, Modeligo.

–Love always, your daughter Marisa and son-in-law Colin, XXX.

COSTIN (1st anniversary) – In loving memory of Phil Costin, late of Kilmurray, Dungarvan, who died on 23rd October, 2014.

WALSH (3rd anniversary) – In loving memory of Maisie Walsh, late of Churchquarter, Modeligo, whose Anniversary occurs on 25th October.

KEARNS (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Patrick (Pad) Kearns, late of Keereen Lower, Villierstown, Cappoquin, who died on 20th October, 2011. R.I.P. How we miss the welcome footsteps, Of the one we loved so dear, Oft we listen for his coming, Fully sure that he is near. Thou are gone but not forgotten, Fresh our love will ever be, For as long as there is memory, We will always think of thee.

–Daughter Lily; son-in-law Rhiney; Robert and Jean. KEARNS (4th anniversary) – In loving memory of Patrick (Pad) Kearns, late of Keereen Lower, Villierstown, Cappoquin, who died on 20th October, 2011. R.I.P. We miss you in so many ways, We miss the things you used to say, And when old times we do recall, It’s then we miss you most of all. You were always there when we needed you, No task too great or small, With loving heart and willing hands, For us you did it all.

–Daughter Kitty; son-in-law Joe; Janette, Ross, Cheryl and Katie. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, 28th November, at 7.30 p.m. in Ballinameela Church.

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Birthday Remembrance

–Sadly missed by all your family. O’TOOLE (24th anniversary) – In memory of a dear father Joe O’Toole, late of 7 Saint Mary Street, Dungarvan, who died on 4th November, 1991. R.I.P. Anniversary Mass will be celebrated on Sunday, 25th October, 2015, at 9.00 a.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Friary Street, Dungarvan. As we look upon his picture, Sweet memories we recall, Of a face so full of sunshine, And a smile for one and all. Will those who think of him today, A little prayer to Jesus say.

–Sadly missed but always remembered by your son Joseph; daughter-in-law Mairin and grandchildren Margaret, Jody and Fiona.

Month’s Mind Mass

BUTLER, Tom – Month’s Mind Mass for the late Tom Butler, St. Monica’s Terrace, Abbeyside, Dungarvan, will take place on Sunday, 25th October, 2015, at 9.30 a.m. in St. Augustine’s Church, Abbeyside.

Manufacturers of Precast Concrete Flooring Widespan for Houses, etc. SUPPLIERS OF SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM Moonareha, Cahir, Co. Tipperary. Phone: (052) 7441590

QUAN BUTLER 087-2525327 Rep. for South

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O’DONNELL (2nd anniversary) – In loving memory of Brigid O’Donnell (nee Foley), late of Knockrower, Stradbally, who died on 27th October, 2013. Your memory is so precious, We often speak your name, But all we have are memories, And your picture in a frame.

CORBETT CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTD.

TOBIN – Birthday remembrance of Maryanne Tobin, late of Ballyknock, Dungarvan, whose birthday occurs on 26th October. Gone from our home that smiling face, The cheerful, pleasant ways, The heart that won so many friends, In bygone happy days. Your gentle face and patient smile, With sadness we recall, You had a kindly word for each, And died beloved by all. Your voice keeps whispering gently, Loved ones be brave and true, At the end of life there is sunshine, I’ll be waiting and watching for you.

–Loved and sadly missed by husband Martin; son Michael and grandson Chris.

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W O R R I E D ? D I S T R E S S E D ? SUICIDAL? – Whatever you're going through, we're here to listen and help, 24 hours a day, every day. Call SAMARITANS in confidence Freephone 116 123, or e-mail us jo@samaritans.org (ind.)

WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Jamie Kearney and Nicola Morrissey, wish to apply to Waterford City and County Council for planning permission to erect a storey and a half dwelling house with detached domestic double garage, new entrance, on site bored well, on site waste water treatment system and all associated site works at Knockaunfargarve, Ballyduff Upper, Co Waterford. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority at Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during it public opening hours {9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m. Monday – Friday (excl. Public Holidays)}. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – We, Jo Moran and Dave Pollock, intend to apply for permission for a single-storey playroom/store at Knockrower Road, Stradbally, Co. Waterford, X42PA48. The planning application may be inspected, or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority (Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford), during its public opening hours (9.30 a.m. to 1.00 p.m. and 2.00 p.m. to 4.00 p.m.). A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application. WATERFORD CITY AND COUNTY COUNCIL – Permission is sought to construct bungalow with attached garage, entrance, wastewater treatment system and ancillary works at Ballyguiry East, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford – Shane and Aoife McGrath. The application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford, during its public opening hours and that a submission or observation in relation to the application may be made to the Authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the Authority of the application.

ADVERTISEMENTS

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

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FLEXIBLE CHILDMINDER REQUIRED – To mind three children 5, 2 and 7 months. School drop-off to Coolnasmear. Please reply to Box No. 5536. (23-10) EARN EXTRA CASH! – National Charity requires persons for part-time / full-time door-to-door fund raising venture. Please phone Patrick on 085-7332131 for details.

CONNA NURSING & CONVALESCENT HOME

VACANCIES HAVE ARISEN FOR

Staff Nurses, Care Assistants & Chef Please reply with C.V. to: MARIAN PRENDERGAST, Director of Care Tel. 058-59876 / 086-6045615 email: connanursinghome@gmail.com

FARM WORKERS REQUIRED FULL & PART-TIME POSITIONS AVAILABLE FOR THE SPRING TIME Some experience necessary. Further training provided. Very attractive rates paid. Contact: Co. Waterford FRS, Kilmacthomas. Tel. 058-294277 • info@waterfordfrs.ie Mobile: 087-6615637

Acknowledgement † THOMAS (Tommy) CAHILL

Moanfoun, Old Parish, Dungarvan Died: 22nd October, 2014. Acknowledgement and First Anniversary Tommy’s daughter Eileen would like to thank the following people: to Youghal and Gortroe Nursing Home many many thanks for the loving care and respect you gave to Tommy, not to mention the same to my family and I, for the last few days of Tommy’s life. How you all gathered around and took care of us will forever be appreciated. Also to Dr. Daly and St. Joseph’s, Dungarvan, for your care, I thank you. Dr. Michael Twomey and Dr. Declan Matthews for your swift actions. To Fr. Kelly for the most amazing Funeral Mass, we hung on to every word you said. To Micky and Stephen, the gravediggers, he couldn’t have asked for two better lads to lay him to rest. To the Power family, Dee family and O’Donnell family, I thank you for minding Tommy all these past years. You made life a lot easier for me knowing you all were at his every move. To Colin, Billy and Pat for your excellent care and respect for Tommy and also towards my family and I through such a difficult time. To Catherine O’Shea and Lorie Healy for your fantastic help in seeing to everyone who came to pay their respects to Tommy. And also for looking after me on those sad days and still do, I thank you. To Bryan, Mairead, Mary and Erin and all their friends, thank you for all the crazy stories you had to tell us. My children were very lucky to have such a special Da. To the Walshs for the support, love, laughter and for being by my side at such a difficult time in my life, thank you. For all who called to say farewell, sent Mass cards and support at the loss of my dad was phenomenal. To my friends for all the food and cakes and my neighbours for the lovely brown bread. To my cousins Francis and Mary for the support in arranging Tommy’s funeral, thank you. To Ciarán Ó Gealbháin for the beautiful music and for being a great friend to Tommy, he loved you dearly. This is a poem that my mother sent to my dad in 1952, three years before they were married. A true love story. The road is wide, The sea is deep, Thinking of you, I cannot sleep. If you love me, As I love you, Nothing but death, Shall part us two. –Lovingly remembered by his daughter Eileen, son-in-law John, grandchildren Bryan, Mairead, Mary and Erin and great grandkids.

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Home Care Worker We are recruiting a Home Care worker to be based in our Home Care Service in the Dungarvan area, who will report to the Home Care Co-ordinator. To be successful in this role you will need experience of caring for a person living with dementia. You will have FETAC level 5 qualification. You will need good communication skills and be able to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team. A full driving licence is essential. If you are interested in applying for this post, please submit a full and up-to-date CV and covering letter explaining why you feel you could undertake this role and send it to annmarie.veale@alzheimer.ie or post it to Anne-Marie Veale, Home Care Co-Ordinator, The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Pine Grove Day Care Centre, Passage Road, Waterford. Closing date for application is Friday, 30th October, 2015, at 5.00 p.m.

Notice to Advertisers It is a condition of acceptance of advertisements orders that the proprietors do not guarantee the insertion of any particular advertisement on a special date or at all. Although every effort will be made to meet the wishes of the advertisers; further they do not accept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error or inaccurracy in the printing of any advertisement. They reserve the right to refuse or alter any advertisement, no matter by whom or where accepted for publication; also to discontinue the publication of any advertisements previously published. Advertisements paid or otherwise are therefore accepted only subject to the above conditions. The advertiser undertakes to indemnify the proprietors against all liability for any civil action arising out of publication of the advertisement. (ind.)

† PHIL COSTIN (nee Walsh) Kilmurray, Dungarvan Who died on 23rd October, 2014 Acknowledgement and First Anniversary As we lovingly remember Phil on the First Anniversary of her death, her husband Brendan, her son John-Paul and daughter Marisa, daughter-in-law Michelle and sonin-law Colin and relatives wish to express our sincere and heartfelt gratitude and thanks to all who supported us on our sad loss. Thank you for the Mass cards, letters of sympathy, floral tributes and to those who called to our home and travelled long distances to be with us. Thanks to all our kind neighbours, friends, Carers, Palliative Care team, Flynn’s Pharmacy and Dr. Stacey for all the support, care and kindness shown to Phil during her illness. A warm thank you to all the Priests and Bon Sauveur Sisters, Carriglea, for their words of comfort and support shown to Phil throughout. Thanks to Drohan’s Funeral Directors for all their kindness and understanding. As it is impossible to thank everyone individually, we hope that this acknowledgement will be accepted by all as a token of our appreciation and gratitude. 1st Anniversary Mass for our beloved Phil will be celebrated on Sunday, 25th October, at 11.00 a.m., in Carriglea Convent Church, Dungarvan.

Advertising

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Telephone: (058) 41205 / 42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.ie

† Drohan Monumentals † Headstones in Marble, Granite & Limestone Inscriptions Cut Existing Stones Cleaned & Restored Graves Chipped Tel. (058) 43211. Mobile: (087) 2540295. www.drohanfuneraldirectors.ie

DAVID KIELY MONUMENTAL WORKS KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Showroom at Kiladangan (near Radley’s Engineering Ltd.) over ONE HUNDRED headstones on display Telephone: (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663. Fax: (058) 48712. www.davidkielymonumentals.com

HEADSTONES IN LIMESTONE, MARBLE, POLISHED GRANITE We restore existing headstones, kerbs, graves, chipped, inscriptions, etc. FULL RANGE OF COMPUTER OPTIONS + DESIGNS

Distance no problem to us – Member of Guild of Master Craftsmen Ring for appointment: Open Saturday and Sunday

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Parents

PARENTS OF SECOND LEVEL STUDENTS – FREE 1 hour Informative Talk for Parents on “Assisting your child with their studies.” The talk outlines many practical ideas that parents can use to assist their child with their studies. Includes Question and Answer session to address individual questions. Wednesday, 28th October, 7.30 p.m. – 8.30 p.m. Red Hall, Lismore, Co. Waterford. (100 metres from Foley’s Restaurant on The Mall). For further information: Joe Cashman 087 6141604 / www.studyskills4success.ie

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STUDY SKILLS SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS – Saturday, 31st October: Red Hall, Lismore, Co. Waterford, 5th/6th Year 10.00 a.m. – 12.20 p.m. 2nd/3rd year 1.30 p.m. – 3.30 p.m. Please note: Places in seminars/workshops MUST be prebooked as class sizes are limited. Cost: €50 – 5th/6th Years; €40 – 2nd/3rd Years. Free half-hour informative talk at the end of each seminar for parents, on “Assisting your child with their studies.” Phone: Joe (087) 6141604 www.studyskills4success.ie (30-10)

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TUITION GIVEN IN MATHS AND IRISH – to Leaving Cert. level. Teacher has vast experience of correcting Department of Education and Science Exams and has reputation for achieving excellent results. Tel. (087) 7985533. (30-10) NEED HIGHER GRADES IN HONS. LEAVING CERT. ENGLISH & IRISH? – Tuition available. Experienced teacher. Contact: (087) 4329446. (6-11)

James Kiely & Sons Prop. DAVID KIELY David & Margaret, ‘Garrán Mhuire,’ Kiladangan (058) 42200 / (086) 2525663 (Est. 1919) Irish Association of Funeral Directors

Funeral Home Embalming & Cremations Arranged We attend to all the details: Church & Cemetery

Floral & Artificial Wreaths Supplied Obituary Notices

SHANDON STREET & KILADANGAN, DUNGARVAN Phone: David (058) 42200. Mobile: (086) 2525663 Fax (058) 48712. www.kielyfunerals.ie

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SERVICES AVAILABLE

FIREWOOD FOR SALE – All Ash. Delivered. Dungarvan area. Tel. (086) 1964504. (6-11) GRISELINIA HEDGING FOR SALE – Contact: (087) 2265021 (23-10)

Deadline for all adverts is 10.00 a.m. each Tuesday

SHEEPDOG PUPS FOR SALE – 2 Bitches and 1 Dog. Dam by Michael Hasting’s Kilcreen Ben. Sire can be viewed on YouTube working, son of Knockma Jack. Tel. (087) 9769986. (30-10)

Telephone: (058) 41205 / 42042 e-mail: adverts@dungarvanobserver.com MUNSTER TRUCK, TRAILER AND BUS SERVICES – Tachograph Calibration and Installation • Speed Limiter Installation and Repair • DOE Preparation • Servicing • Sand Blasting • Spray Painting • Contact: Gerard on 058-68855 or 087-2884113 • www.truckrepairs.ie • info@truckrepairs.ie • Garryduff, Colligan, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford. (ind.)

MURRAY’S ROOFING DUNGARVAN – Re-roofing specialists. Slate/Tile • flat roofs • guttering/downpipes • chimney work • chimney cowls • ridge tiles • lead flashing lead valleys • supply/fit roof velux windows • UPVC fascias/soffits • insurance work undertaken • all work holds a full written guarantee • all areas covered • For a free written quotation and emergency work call Paul on (058) 43992, mobile (086) 2109547. (ind.)

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ATTENTION – LEAKING ROOFS SEALED INSTANTLY – €10.00 a square metre. Slating, Tiling, Re-roofing, Torch-on Felt a Speciality. Lead Valleys and Chimney Flashing Renewed. Emergency repairs carried out. Estimates free without obligation. All work fully guaranteed. Very keen prices assured. Also Old Slate Roofs Restored with Aquaseal. Contact: Ger O’Connor, Dungarvan Roof Sealers, anytime, on (089) 2094228 / email: oconnorroofingirl@gmail.com / www.oconnorroofing.com (13-11)

Tree Felling

HEALY TREE FELLING AND LANDSCAPING – Fully insured and certified. Specialising in tree felling, tree pruning and reducing, chipping and removal, landscaping and garden construction including grass and hedge cutting, lawn laying, gravel gardens, paving, decking and fencing Contact: Eamonn (085) 7784335. (31-1)

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Gates

TIMBER SIDE GATES – Pressure Treated, Painted, €200 Fitted. Entrance Gates €600; T-Bar Clotheslines €150. Delivered. We supply and fit Gates all areas of Co. Waterford. Tel. (087) 2549996 / www.grangeironcraft.ie (20-11)

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Fergal Corbett Tree Care

EXPERIENCED AND QUALIFIED TREE SURGEON – Available for all aspects of tree surgery. • Identification and removal of hazardous trees. • Tree reduction and pruning. • Hedge cutting and wood chipping. Contact your local professional Fergal Colbert (087) 7933481. (25-12)

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Stonework

STONEWORK – Stone Walls (building and renewal), Bricklaying, Blocklaying, Patio and Gardening. Paving, Construction Works. Pictures and references available. Fully qualified. Polish professionals. Mobile: (087) 7916261 (text preferred). Email: mlstonework@yahoo.ie / www.facebook.com/mlston ework (13-11)

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Computer Services

COMPUTER AND LAPTOP REPAIRS – On Site Repairs, Set-ups, Upgrades, Data Recovery and Training. Virus and pop-up removal. Qualified computer Engineer and Trainer. 20 years experience. Reasonable rates. House calls. Tel. Shane Deevy (087) 9872006. (ind.)

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Home Help/Care Attendant

LADY AVAILABLE TO WORK WITH THE ELDERLY – On a private basis in their own homes. Grade: Home Help, Home Care Attendant. Previously employed with HSE Waterford Community Care with the past 24 years. Also on a private basis in client’s own home. Time and hours flexible to meet client’s needs. Reasonable rate. References, etc., at hand. Tel. (087) 4447213. Alternatively domestic duties considered. Home, Office or other. (13-11)

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Gardening Services

COMERAGH LANDSCAPING – The landscaping professionals. Garden design and layout. Planting, water features, patios, stonework, kerbing, fencing, etc. Lawn laying turfed and seeded. For a professional and affordable service contact Paul Curran (087) 2908403. www.comeraghlandscaping.ie (ind.) GARDEN LANDSCAPING AND MAINTENANCE – Lawn laying, tree shrub and hedge planting, hedgecutting and pruning, paving, garden fencing. Garden design. For free quote tel. Tom Fox (086) 8147772 / (052) 6125745. (6-11)

OYSTER BUGGY AND MATCHING PRAM FOR SALE – Also Maxicosy Car Seat. All black with purple inserts. Rain cover and many extras. Excellent condition. €300. Contact: Lisa (087) 2493559.

STAIRS CUSTOM JOINERY 087 2420124 (ind.)

Joe Coffey Blinds & Curtains

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Re-Upholstery

RE-UPHOLSTERY, CARPETS, CURTAINS, FURNITURE – Free estimates in your own home. Collection and delivery. Sofas and Couches made to order. Curtains and Pelmets made to measure. Extensive range of fabrics to choose from. Colour co-ordinating service free in Showrooms. A visit to our Showrooms is a must. Open Monday to Saturday incl. All work guaranteed. Ned O’Connell, Seafield, Youghal. Tel. (024) 93106.

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Financial Services

TAX PROBLEMS? – Are you self-employed? In arrears with tax and books? Want to reduce your tax bill? Unhappy with existing adviser? Experienced qualified Accountant available. Personal service. Ring: (087) 3916383 (Patrick). (23-10)

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Decorating Service

DECORATING SERVICE – All internal / external painting. New house spraying before second fix. Tired old kitchen units hand-painted, hygiene coatings. Epoxy floor paint systems. Qualified local tradesmen. Free estimates. Insurance work. Fully insured. VAT registered. Call: Prodec Painters. Padraig (087) 7730520. Steve (086) 8410901. (31-12)

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Yoga Suain

TIME TABLE FOR OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 2015 – Monday in Kilmacthomas Business Park: Continuous Beginners 6.30 – 7.30 p.m. *Finishes Monday, 2nd November. Tuesday in The Park Hotel: Pregnancy 7–8 p.m. Continuous Beginners 8–9 p.m. Wednesday in The Park Hotel: Intermediate 8–9 p.m. Thursday in The Park Hotel: Gentle Morning 10–11 a.m. *All classes subject to change. Contact: Mary 087 6977426 / www.yogasuain.com (ind.)

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Air Compressors

NEW AND USED AIR COMPRESSORS – Single Phase / 3 Phase / 110volt / Petrol / Diesel. Full range of Dental Air Compressors. Screw Air Compressors from 10hp to 250hp. 5 Year Warranty on all new Screw Compressors. 3 Year Warranty on all new Belt Driven Compressors. All Compressors 10 Bar suitable for all trades. Driers – Filters – Air Receivers and Bare Pumps. Spray Guns – Spray Pot Units – Lubricators – Regulators. Nail/Stapling Guns – Automatic Air Receiver Drains. Full range of Air Tools – Sandblasting Units. Full back-up service and spare parts. AIRCO Compressed Air Service, Deelish, Dungarvan. Tel. (086) 8664555 / www.airco.ie (16-3)

For Sale

27 GRATTAN SQUARE, DUNGARVAN 058 41506 / 087 0518333 Roller Blinds • Wood Venetian • Vertical • Roman • Velux Roof Blinds • Aluminium Venetian Selection of Wooden & Aluminium Curtain Poles now in stock Curtain Material, Lining & Tapes SELECTION OF READY-MADE CURTAINS IN STOCK 40% OFF WOOD VENETIAN BLINDS OPENING HOURS Monday – Saturday 10.30 a.m. – 5.30 p.m.

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Counselling Psychotheraphy

AFFORDABLE COUNSELLING/PSYCHOTHERAPY, Dungarvan – Personal Counselling for Adults, Adolescents and Children. Member of IACP and PSI. Contact: Dr. Kay McKiernan (Psychology) 086-8578521 • email: kay@aonahouse.com (31-12)

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Cleaning Services

COMPLEX CLEANING SERVICES / SHINY HOUSE – Carpet Cleaning, Office Cleaning, General House Cleaning, Car Interior Cleaning, Window Cleaning, Gardening Cleaning, Trees and Shrubs Cutting, Walls and Patio Cleaning, Ironing. Contact: Dorothy (087) 6854522 or dorinaa84@gmail.com (13-11)

POINT OF LAY PULLETS AND DUCKLINGS FOR SALE – Outside Dungarvan Mart on Monday next, 26th October, from 11.00 a.m. to 1.30 p.m. Tel. (026) 41905 or (087) 2208061.

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Poultry

HY-LINE POINT OF LAY PULLETS AVAILABLE – Near lay. Tel. Ryan (025) 27299. (23-10)

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Agri Sale

GALVANISED GATES – Barriers, Cubicles, Cattle Crush Panels, Cow Mats. Ryan Brothers, Ballymacarbry / www.ryanbrothers.ie / Laurence (087) 7994737. (ind.)

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DEAD & DISABLED CATTLE COLLECTED IN ALL AREAS – Ring: Fitzgerald’s Licensed Knackery, Coolagown. (025) 36662 or (086) 8193202 / (087) 8193202. (ind.)

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Farm Machinery

TRACTORS – Massey Ferguson, Ford, John Deere, Zetor, Ursus, Belarus. In any condition. Also wanted: Round Balers – Krone, Claas, Welger, etc. Tel. (087) 2598863. (6-11)

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Tarmacadam

TARMACADAM & TAR & CHIPPINGS – Drainage and Kerbing. Michael Fennell, Stradbally, (086) 8342233 / (051) 293943. (ind.)

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SHERRY FITZGERALD REYNOLDS LETTINGS – Urgently require Houses and Apartments TO LET in all areas of Dungarvan and West Waterford. Please contact Gerardine Reynolds on 087 2458848 / 058 23444. (ind.) 4 BEDROOM HOUSE TO LET – Cappoquin area. Suit professional or family. Ample parking. Available from November. All mod cons. OFCH and solid fuel stove. Tel. (087) 6921061. (23-10) LISMORE, Monalour Bridge – Newly Furnished One Bedroom, never lived in, totally equipped, “just bring your toothbrush.” Car a necessity. €350 per month, plus gas and electricity. Tel. (058) 53447. (6-11) ONE BEDROOM COTTAGE IN LISMORE / BALLYDUFF AREA TO RENT – Recently renovated. Immediate availability. Reply to Box No. 5537.

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Studio For Hire

WARM, INTIMATE STUDIO AVAILABLE FOR HIRE – For classes, workshops, consultations. Would suit Yoga, Pilates, Holistic Therapies. Excellent rates. Contact: Antoinette (087) 9300619. (13-11)

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Heating & Plumbing

EOIN WALSH HEATING & PLUMBING – Extensions, Bathroom Revamp, Boiler Service with Combustion Analysis, Boiler and NonBoiler Stoves Fitted. For all your heating and plumbing needs call (087) 2749497. (4-12)

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Soccer Coaching

SOCCER COACHING – Vinny Sullivan runs Just4Strikers Soccer Coaching School in Dungarvan every Sunday morning, 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m., for Boys and Girls aged between 6–14 years of age. For more information call Vinny on (087) 7501059. (30-10)

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Lands Preserved

TAKE NOTICE that the lands in my possession at B r i d g e q u a r t e r, Ballinameela, Ballygambon Upper and Lower, are strictly preserved from all forms of trespass. Signed: John O’Donnell.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Pictured at the 50th Anniversary celebrations at Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning are Maisie Kenneally and Patricia Hennessy.

Jean Kiely, volunteer with Dungarvan Credit Union, with Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union, holding the Dungarvan Credit Union’s 50th Anniversary cake.

Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union; with Sean Drohan, WLR FM; and Pat Breen, President of Dungarvan Credit Union, at the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union.

Delia Leahy and Mary Butler with ‘Garvan’ the dog, at the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday.

Sean Cleary, Manager Dungarvan Credit Union, with Pat Breen, President of Dungarvan Credit Union, at the 50th Anniversary celebrations last Thursday morning.

The Mannion family who were providing traditional Irish music on the day as part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union. Left to right: Joseph, Martin, Laura and Clara Mannion.

WLR FM broadcasted live from Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning as part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union. Billy McCarthy, Deise Am, WLR FM, chats with Peter Moloney, one of the winners of a holiday voucher, and Margaret Cusack, who was collecting the prize on behalf of her mother, Mary Cusack. Included in the photograph is Jennifer Long, Producer, Deise AM, WLR FM.

Dungarvan Credit Union celebrates its 50th Anniversary

Dungarvan Credit Union’s 50th Anniversary Birthday Cake.

IT was all go in Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday where they were celebrating their 50th Anniversary and International Credit Union Day. Lots of members joined them to celebrate with teas, coffees and cakes including a specially commissioned 50th Anniversary Birthday Cake that everyone enjoyed! Billy McCarthy from WLRfm presented his Deise AM Show 'Live' from the foyer and he conducted some great interviews with members and people from the Community. Louise Clarke from Nude Food and Orlaith Brady from the Gourmet House discussed the recent foodie town nomination.

There were interviews with Dungarvan Boxing Club, Dungarvan Youth Club, Men's Shed and Clodagh Carty from the Causeway Tennis Club. Dungarvan Credit Union are sponsoring the Inter-Firms there this year. Music was supplied by the talented Jennifer Moore and also Mannion Family, the traditional music players who had the whole of Dungarvan Credit Union tapping their feet. Well done to all the volunteers who helped out on the day with special thanks to Pat Breen, Anne Jones, Jean Kiely, Angela Creedon and Pat Stack and all the staff at Dungarvan Credit Union.

Mary Kavanagh pictured with her grand-daughter during the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday.

Eleanor Kelleher and Ann Jones with ‘Garvan’ the dog, at the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday.

Pictured at the 50th Anniversary celebrations at Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning are, left to right: Michael Cass, Treasurer of Dungarvan Men’s Shed; Pat Breen, President of Dungarvan Credit Union; and Nicky Sheehan, Chairman of Dungarvan Men’s Shed.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

The winners of the holiday vouher competition collecting their prizes at Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning as part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations. Pictured left to right: Sean Cleary, Manager, Dungarvan Credit Union; Josephine Curry; Owen O’Neill; Mary Fitzgerald; Peter Moloney; Margaret Cusack, who was collecting the prize on behalf of her mother, Mary Cusack; and Pat Breen, President of Dungarvan Credit Union. Enjoying the 50th Anniversary celebrations at Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning are Ray, Bozena and Thomas Moore, with ‘Garvan’ the dog.

WLR FM broadcasted live from Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning as part of the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union. Left to right: Nadia Aari, WLR FM; Sean Drohan, WLR FM; Orla Dawson, Dungarvan Credit Union; Pat Breen, President, Dungarvan Credit Union; Billy McCarthy, Presenter, Déise Am, WLR FM; Sean Cleary, Manager, Dungarvan Credit Union; Jennifer Long, Producer, Déise AM, WLR FM; and Laura Nolan, WLR FM.

At the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning were, left to right: Laura, Majella, Mary, Clara and Joseph Mannion.

Gabriel Foley with ‘Garvan’ the dog at the 50th Anniversary celebrations of Dungarvan Credit Union last Thursday morning.

Sean Cleary, Manager Dungarvan Credit Union, with Pat Breen, President of Dungarvan Credit Union, at the 50th Anniversary celebrations last Thursday morning.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

NEWSREEL … Anxious or Depressed?

COME to our Support Group Meeting in Dungarvan. Venue: Deise Day Care, Dungarvan, Community Centre, Mitchel Street. Date: Every Tuesday at 8.00 p.m. Helpline: 1890 303 302. You are not alone! (ind.)

Hospice Coffee Morning THE recent ‘Bewleys Coffee morning’ in aid of the Hospice Services held on Thursday, 17th September, 2015 at ‘Ryan’s’ South Mall Lismore raised the sum of eleven hundred euro which was divided equally between Marymount Hospice and the West Waterford Hospice care team. John Ryan, Una Dowd and Tom O’Grady would like to sincerely thank all those who contributed in any way to this most deserving cause. A special word of thanks to those who provided such a wonderful array of baking and to all those who gave of their time to help cater and ensure everyone was welcomed and catered for. Sadly, we all at some stage will directly or indirectly require and witness the commitment, compassion and unconditional love that the Hospice teams provide in helping make the final stages of ‘Life’s Journey’ as comfortable as is humanely possible. It is indeed the generosity of you the public that ensures The Hospice Services continue to survive into the future, thus guaranteeing the provision of this beautiful service to all those who may require it.Thanking you again for your generosity. John Ryan. Una Dowd & Tom O’Grady

The Barony of Gaultier Historical Society talk THE Barony of Gaultier Historical Society is delighted to announce the second of its Autumn series of talks. This talk which will be presented by Michael Farrell is titled “The Struggle for the Land in Gaultier and The Story and Exploits of the Carbally Land League.” The venue is Cloughernagh Bar and Restaurant and the starting time is 8pm on Thursday 22nd October. Admission is €5 The talk will cover several incidents that occurred in Gaultier during the second half of the 19th century. It will feature the landlords Carew, Pope and Fortescue. The townlands of Killea, Keylogue, Kilmacleague, Crooke and Ballygarron plus numerous Gaultier tenant families such as Morrissey, Corcoran, Maher, Nolan, Taylor, Pierce, several Phelans and Powers and many more.

Conna Dramatic Society AFTER a well-earned Summer break, Conna Dramatic Society has been busy rehearsing their OneAct Autumn Plays, “Where there’s a will” by Jimmy Keary and “Fate’s Thread” by Stephen Bean will be staged on Friday 30th and Saturday, 31st October and the following weekend on Saturday, 7th and Sunday, 8th November. “Where there’s a will” epitomises the old Irish saying of “where there’s a will, there’s a relative”, in this hilarious comedy, when everyone wants a slice of the pie, so to speak. Fate’s Thread, which will take part in the One Act Drama Circuit later in November, is a murder mystery and a comedy all rolled into one. So some very entertaining performances to look forward to, with some familiar faces and also some new people who will be threading the boards for the first time. A great nights’ entertainment is assured for these two performances.

Alice Fitzgerald, from the Dungarvan School of Trad, who will be performing with the Comhaltas National Concert Tour when it comes to Lawlors Hotel tonight (Wednesday 21st).

DATE FOR THE DIARY – TONIGHT! DON’T forget that the 2016 Comhaltas Concert Tour, featuring our very own Alice Fitzgerald, comes to Dungarvan today (Wednesday 21st). We hope that a lot of our students and parents will come along to the concert to show both our support and our huge pride in Alice. The concert starts at 8.00 p.m. sharp in Lawlors Hotel. Two other great Waterford musicians – Jana McCarthy-Kent from Tramore and Sarah O’Gorman from Touraneena will also feature in the concert, with other champion musicians and dancers from across the country. The legendary Seán Ó Sé will be the genial Fear an Tí for the show, which includes a special section dedicated to the

commemoration of the 1916 Rising. Tickets available on the door. BEST WISHES TO CLARA …and speaking of concert tours - All of us at the School would like to wish the best of luck to our Concertina Teacher, Clara Mannion, as she sets off to North America with the 2015 Comhaltas Concert Tour. The “Echoes of Erin” tour has already played to packed houses around Ireland and Britain last year, and is gaining widespread attention in the States, with three concerts booked for New York as well as several others in Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey and Connecticut. The tour runs between October 23rd and November 1st. Enjoy the tour Clara, and don’t worry, all your students have promised to practice very,

very hard while you are away! NEW CLASSES Our newest classes – in accordion and guitar got off to a flying start recently. Padraic O’Brien and Mark Robinson enjoyed meeting their students for their first classes, and I’m delighted to report that both students and teachers seem to be settling in nicely! Céad mile fáilte to them all. COMING UP… Lots of Hallowe’en shenanigans are being planned for Saturday, 31st October. Details to follow, but in the meantime, start getting your spookiest costumes ready and keep Saturday afternoon free for some fun and frolics. If you would like any further information about the School, or our classes, contact Helena on 087 618 1681.

Dungarvan Lions Club Success in the West IF you have been keeping abreast with the Lions Club Christmas Appeal 2015, you will be aware that Dungarvan Lions assists families in an area from the Cork border right through the county as far East as Kilmacthomas. Last week it was a case of everybody was a winner in the West as the Big Lions Quiz was again an outstanding success.This time the venue was the West End Bar, Lismore where Rose O’Dowd and her crew had a hearty welcome for all the quizzers. It was a full house, Bob O’Brien was in ace form and all the local clubs were represented as they supported this very worthy cause. At the end of the night the commendable winning team was the Ardmore SVP Group consisting of Jerry O'Brien, Pat

O'Connell, and Laurence and Martin Keevers. John Harnedy, President of Dungarvan Lions wishes to thank all those who supported the event and all who were involved in ensuring its success. In excess of €1,500 was raised and this is added to the total raised since Appeal 2015 was launched on 2nd October. When it comes to the festive season this money will find its way back to needy families in the West and throughout the County. A major advantage of the approach of the Lions club is that nothing is spent on organisation/administration. All the money raised during the course of the Appeal goes straight back to those in need. The final venue for this year’s round

Pictured with John Harnedy, President of Dungarvan Lions Club, at the Lions Club Appeal 2015 Big Quiz in the West End Bar, Lismore are the members of the winning team Ardmore SVP: Jerry O'Brien, Pat O'Connell, Laurence and Martin Keevers. Also included is Rose O’Dowd, proprietor of the West End Bar. of Quizzes will be Merry’s will again lay down the In the meantime, you can in Dungarvan where on gauntlet and challenge your visit us on Facebook at Friday, 6th November, Bob grey matter. See you there. “Dungarvan Lions Club”.

Dungarvan Fire Brigade members presenting a cheque to the manager of the Sesame Special Needs pre School, White Strand, Abbeyside, who fund raised before they took part in the 70k team relay event in the Killarney Adventure Race on the 3rd October. The team finished in 1st place in a time of 3hrs 51mins. Pictured from l to r is Dermot Fahey, Eleanor McGrath (Sesame School Manager) Johnny Clarke, Philip Harty, and Triona Walsh (staff nurse)

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

A Crucial Week in the Life Of a Dungarvan Camera Club Grocer’s Assistant WRITTEN by Tom Murphy, was first produced by the Abbey Theatre, Dublin in November 1969. The play (under its original title of “The Fooleen”) along with Murphy’s second offering, “A Whistle in the Dark”, had originally been rejected by the theatre. This rejection is thought to have been because of both plays comments on postwar Ireland’s inability to deal with the problem of emigration. Murphy did not shy away from portraying the problems emigration caused for the many affected families left behind and also for those who left. When “A Crucial Week” was finally staged by the Abbey, it was a huge success and according to a critic, it “set the whole city talking”. This successful run helped establish Murphy’s career

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2nd THE new season of Camera Club activities started well under the auspices of our new Chairperson, Michael O'Brien. New members were given a warm welcome. Michael outlined an exciting programme of events and competitions for the coming year.With autumn colours beginning to blaze in the trees we need to get the cameras out to capture it all. It’s a good time to "check and clean" all the gear - sand and dust are the

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3rd biggest enemies so take care after summer shots on the beach! We had an interesting slide show of John Bermigham's latest innovative approach to images. Well done John. The results of the monthly competition "Open" were: 1st prize; Ron Bending "Conondrum"; 2nd prize Rosalind Ledingham "Bridget's Gate"; 3rd Prize David Coleman "Fox."

long relationship with Ireland’s National Theatre. Tom Murphy was born in Tuam, Co. Galway in 1935 and has worked closely with the Druid Theatre in Galway as well as the Abbey. He has also written plays for BBC TV. He attended the local Christian Brothers in Tuam and later became a metalwork teacher. He began writing in the late 1950’s, saying,“In 1958, my best friend said to me, why don’t we write a play? I didn’t think it was an unusual question, because in 1958 everyone in Ireland was writing a play!” The action in “A Crucial Week” flows between the dreams and actual real life experiences of the central character, John Joe Moran, the son of the town gravedigger and a washerwoman. Throughout the play we meet the many characters

who impinge on John Joe’s life and his torturous decision whether to stay or leave. The play is intensely funny and the comedy comes from our recognition of these familiar characters. Although set in the Ireland of the late Fifties, the characters still represent to us the church, the state, the town and most especially, the Irish mother! It is obvious that Tom Murphy still speaks to us in the 21st century. Dungarvan Dramatic Club will be staging this classic play in November and, no doubt, will set the whole town talking! It may have been written for an earlier period in Ireland’s history, but its comments on small town Ireland and the young who would dream of better things, ring just as true today.The action takes place

in a town trying to deal with the tide of coming change. It is a world where everyone knows everyone else’s business. Within the crucial week, John Joe, the beleaguered assistant, must find the freedom to make his own choice – to stay or leave. The choice must be made independent of loving mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, girlfriends, bosses, priests, friends, neighbours – nightmares! Dungarvan Dramatic Club’s production of this classic in November is sure to set the town of Dungarvan talking! “A Crucial Life”, written by Tom Murphy was first produced by the Abbey in November 1969. It was a huge success then and according to a critic, it “set the whole town talking”. The action takes place in a small town in rural Ireland.

John Joe Moran (Liam Ryan) is visited in his dreams by many of the characters in his town.

Dungarvan Mens St. Mary’s Parish Church, Shed Dungarvan

A crib made in the Shed, with figures knitted in Dunnabbey House.

NEWS FROM THE SHED The year moves on in the Shed with no sign of things slowing down. With Christmas around the corner, lots are being done in all workshops on Christmas projects! Plenty of cribs being turned out in the wood work department, and the craft room is doing its bit as well, with hand made candles and some Christmas themed fairy doors. True to form, the Shed has not forgotten its Community based roots, with a project going on to make shelving for the students of one of the local colleges.Well done lads, let’s keep the momentum going!

30th Sunday in Ordinary Time Jeremiah 31:7-9 I will comfort the blind and the lame as I lead them back. Hebrews 5:1-6 Y o u are a priest of the order of Melchizedek, and for ever. Mark 10:46-52 Master, let me see again. October is the month of the Rosary. The Rosary is prayed each morning here in St. Mary’s after the 9.30am Mass and after the 11am Mass on Saturdays. The Rosary is the means at hand

of praying for the needs of the Church, of the world and for our own needs. (Adapted from Pope John XXIII) Reflection and Formation Evening for Present and New Ministers of the Eucharist, this Wednesday, Oct 21st in the Park Hotel at 7.30 pm. Attendance is very much encouraged.The session will be held by Mary Dee of St. John’s Pastoral Centre. Can we get our Young People Back to the

Church? Café Theology in the Tapestry Room of the Granville Hotel, Waterford on Tuesday next Oct. 27th at 7.30pm will discuss this topic. Tony Foy and his Net Ministers Team of young people who speak to over 20,000 young people each year in churches, schools Parishes and Dioceses throughout Ireland will speak on the topic. All welcome. No charge, but please leave a donation for the coffee/ tea and event expenses.

Parish Office: Located in St. Mary’s Church and is open Monday to Friday office hours. If you want to book Masses or Baptisms call during these times. Phone 42374. Daily Mass broadcast on 98.5 FM. Phone No: Fr. Ryan 42374, Fr. Harris 42384, Fr. Cooney 41136. Emergency Phone No: To contact Priest on duty: 086 233 4282 St. Vincent de Paul Helpline No.: 087 774 7870

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

CHAMPIONS 2015 – On Tuesday, 13th October the Fenor Junior Hurling team came to our school to show the children the Eastern and County Junior Hurling Cups. The team and officials were introduced by Captain Jim Halley. It was lovely to see so many past pupils back on such a great day. The children were delighted to see the team as many were in Walsh Park to watch the nerve shattering final. To top the day off for the children Jim asked for no homework for everyone and each child got a treat off the team. Good luck to all involved in the up coming Munster Championship and hopefully we'll see the team back with more silverware.

Kill MICK KIRWAN It is with great sadness that we report of the death of Mick Kirwan who sadly passed away recently at the age of 76 years, having fought a long battle with illness with courage and dignity. Mick was the second son of the late Andrew and Margaret Kirwan of Grenan and is survived by his wife Breda, daughter Margaret, sons Andrew and Peter and their families as well as his sisters Kathleen, Anne, Peggy, Maura, Nelly, Treasa, Breda and Martha and his brother Tom. Mick was a much loved resident of Carrigeen, Kill and was well known for his being involved in a great number of charitable organisations and events, many of which he spearheaded. While he always enjoyed the social aspect of being involved in organising and being involved in charity

events, sports, equestrian events, dog shows, Vintage Club days, he always gave his heart and soul to the success of these events, along with an abundance of generosity and spirit and action, in his own quiet way behind the scenes. Whatever Mick was involved in was always sure to benefit the local community and beyond. He was well respected for the agricultural services provided, always at top quality, as well as the many locals who gained employment with him. His notable career in both football and hurling was underlined one more time by the guard of honour which consisted of the Kill GAA, Kill Harriers and Kilmeaden Vintage Tractor Club, when he arrived once more at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church in Kill on his final journey. Our thoughts and prayers

are with his family and many friends at this sad time. May he rest in peace. YOU CAN GIVE YOUR OLD CLOTHES A NEW LIFE! Please bag up your old clothes, shoes, handbags, belts, towels, blankets, mobile phones, even soft toys and drop them to Kill National School on Friday, 23rd October before 10 am (leave inside door). This helps the school to raise funds and you don’t have to pay a thing. These are then sorted for the Friends of Calcutta charity and reused in their projects in India; any rags or unable goods are recycled in sound-proofing or insulation – none of the items end up in landfill. Please ask your friends, neighbours and families to help us too. If you have any problem holding onto bags until then, please contact Grace

at 086 3289212. HALLOWE’EN We are delighted to offer our first ever Hallowe’en Camp in Kill Community Centre this year. Camp will run from 27th to 30th October and caters with fun activities for primary school children. Places are limited, so booking is essential. On Hallowe’en Night, 31st October, help us scare the C-Monster away at the Kids’ Disco with DJ T which will run from 5 pm to 7 pm featuring the tunnel of terror and lots of freaky fun. Admission is €5 per child (€15 for a family) and includes a goodie bag. Prizes for the best costumes on the night. All proceeds of the disco will go to Nadine’s Cancer Battle Fund. For more information, contact 087 4133 522. SERVICES From this week, Barber

Liam Walsh will be providing his services every Tuesday afternoon from 2 pm to 5 pm in Kill Community Centre (No appointment necessary). Chiropodist Stephanie Beasant will be on the premises on Wednesday (call 087 9294 906) and contact Beauty by Niamh to get your little makeover for the weekend, contact 087 7163 716 to make an appointment for Thursday. IT’S TIME... Note to self (and anyone who forgot to write a note to self:) Don’t forget the clocks going back by one hour this Sunday morning! MORNING STAR CENTENARY The 7th October, 2015 marked the Centenary of the sinking of the schooner Morning Star in a raging storm off Boatstrand Harbour. On Saturday, 24th October at 2 pm, we would

like to invite the community to join us in laying flowers at the anchor in Boatstrand Harbour in remembrance of the crew so sadly lost. Refreshments will be available afterwards. For more information, please contact Mary Murray on 051 396 229. KILL COMMUNITY CENTRE Please keep an eye out for our newsletter which is displayed in all public places around Kill Village – there are so many classes, clubs and social get togethers going on in the centre, it would be a shame to miss out! To sign up for our newsletter by email, please contact us on killccentre@gmail.com, for our weekly text please contact us on 087 4133 522 or pick up a copy in the shop. KILL NATIONAL SCHOOL On Monday, 28th

September the school welcomed 2 members of the Irish Defence Forces as part of the 1916 Centenary Celebrations. The Sergeants presented the Irish National Flag and a copy of the Proclamation of Independence to the school. The youngest student (Lily Kennedy) and oldest student (Adam Walsh) accepted these on the schools behalf. Jean O'Loughlin read a passage from the Proclamation. The commemoration programme will culminate in Proclamation Day on 15th March, 2016, which has been set aside by the Department of Education as a special day to focus on the 1916 Proclamation and the raising of our National Flag. The children really enjoyed the visit from the Irish Defence Forces and learning about our National Flag.

Bonmahon 65 YEARS OF MARRIAGE AND 90 YEARS OF AGE Proud Waterford man Gerry Fitzgerald celebrated his 90th birthday at his home place “Harneys of Dunhill”. Gerry’s father sold the pub in Dunhill to the Harney family in 1926. While Gerry and Kathleen live in Dublin they have maintained their connections with Dunhill and Bunmahon down through the years. After a fantastic meal with family and friends, including his great granddaughter Keeley McCann, Gerry retired to watch Ireland beat France in the

rugby. Upon leaving the pub he was heard telling Jim Harney to watch out he would be back to win the Christmas ham at 25’s. Gerry and his wife Kathleen formally Ryan of Portlaw celebrated 65 years of marriage in September. We wish them continued good health and happiness. EDITH COLLIER'S BUNMAHON Walk in the Footsteps of Edith Collier a guided tour of the coastal village of Bunmahon, Co. Waterford took place on October 10th. The New Zealand born artist visited Bunmahon in 1914 and 1915 producing

over 70 artworks during her stay. We spent a lovely morning revising the locations where Edith lived and worked, some landmarks have changed little in 100 years. Thank you to Jim Cullinane for his wonderful commentary, which was recorded for the future by Angela Mulcahy. Thank to Victoria and Thomas Hamersley for helping out with the filming. Thank you to Eddie's Cafè in Dunhill for providing the bottled water and to Orlaith Hamersley for organizing the event. The Edith Collier's Bunmahon art exhibition

has moved on to Tramore. The Coastguard Cultural Center, Love Lane will host the exhibition of 26 reproductions until November 3rd. For more information please see www.edithcolliersbunmahon.wordpress.c om HAMERSLEY ART "Windswept" my latest collection of acrylic paintings is on exhibition at the Coastguard Cultural Centre. In this series of paintings I endeavour to capture the ever changing light and mood of the Copper Coast. The exhibition will run until November 2nd. www.hamersleyart.com

Paula McCarthy presenting Adrian Galvin a copy of the booklet Edith Collier's Bunmahon. The booklet is dedicated to Adrian's late mother Mary. [Breda Colfer]

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Above is a photo of some Lismore Tidy Towns members with the new Butterfly Information sign to be placed at the Bee & Butterfly corner at the Grotto, West Street.

Lismore TIDY TOWNS NOTES Last week, the Wednesday work morning team met at Canal View Park for cutting back on a section of the canal bank to make the area more accessible for families wishing to feed the ducks. The topiary there also got its last cut for 2015 and the footpath running along by the canal was also swept. We had two new additions to the work team John and Nora and look forward to their continued participation. Henry Hurton one of our CES workers who has been with us since November 2014 finishes work on the scheme this week. Henry proved to be a valuable and conscientious member of he work team and all involved with Lismore Tidy Towns thank him for all of his work in the past year. Reminding people that chewing gum wraps are still available free of charge at Centra, Rustic Cafe, Post Office, Credit Union and the Wine Vaults. Those wraps are used to help people dispose of chewing gum in a proper manner. Providing the gum wraps was part of the initiative that helped Lismore win the village & small town plus the National Gum Litter Taskforce Award in the SuperValu Tidy Towns Competition 2015. ECO TIP OF THE WEEK Continuing the A-Z of words/terms concerning the environment - C COMPOST - a rich

soil-like material produced from decayed plants and other organic matter that breaks down naturally COMPOSTABLE material from plants or animals that can be used to create compost because it will break down naturally over time Conservation - preserving or protecting animals and resources such as minerals, water and plants through planned action eg breeding endangered species or non planned action such as not letting taps run unnecessarily LISMORE DRAMATIC SOCIETY DAVID ANGLESEY Lismore Dramatic Society would like to express their extreme condolences to Ann Anglesey on the passing of David. David played a starring role in all our pantomines, usually as the King. In this capacity his magnificent voice was used to full capacity and his range of talents used to the full. He always enjoyed the shows and is particularly remembered when a core of an apple (not the red rosy apple) was beside our sleeping beauty. David’s famous raphore was that ‘she had an almighty bite’. He will be long remembered by the society for all his contributions to us for all the shows, pantomines and concerts. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam. PARISH OF LISMORE & BALLYSAGGART Congratulations is in order for the teenagers from

the Parish who engaged in the Pope John Paul 11 award scheme along with Áine Foley and Michael McBride from the Pastoral Council who co-ordinated the tasks with Caroline Flynn in the B.C.S. The awards will be presented in St. John’s Pastoral Centre, Waterford on Thursday evening by Bishop A. Cullinan. We thank Fr. Michael Twomey who worked with all the Parishes involved with the good project. We are very happy that a new group of young people are beginning again this year. For all of us as well as for teenagers, the truth is that we can never say we are unable to do something if we never did try. It is only when we have actually failed to carry out a task with our best effort that we can honestly say, ‘I am unable to do that’. It is very good that 65 people have been nominated to serve the 4th Pastoral Council. I do hope that all who have been nominated will be able to come to a discernment meeting on Nov. 2nd at 8 pm in the Primary School. We are very grateful to Fr. Liam Power, P.P. of St. Joseph’s & Benildus, probably the biggest Parish in the Diocese who will facilitate the meeting process. For me as the priest of the Parish it will mean working with the four Pastoral Councils who serve this Parish. Excellent people have served in former Councils and no doubt but we will have very faith filled people serving in the 4th Council.

The criteria would include Faith in Jesus Christ, love for the Parish of Lismore & Ballysaggart and an ability to work with others while having ones own imput. Fr. M. Cullinan PP. Mass Timetable: Weekday Mass at 10 am. Saturday 24th October Vigil Mass in Lismore at 6.15 pm Sunday 25th. October Morning Mass in Ballysaggart at 9.30 am Sunday Mass in Lismore at 11 am. PRO Pastoral Council Parish Radio Link 103.9FM LISMORE MOCHUDA WEEKLY LOTTO The Lismore Mochuda Weekly Lotto will be coming to an end at the end of October. The very last Lotto draw will be held on Tuesday, 27th October next, in The Red House (provided it is not won in the meantime). The Board of Lismore Mochuda would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who has supported our Lotto in recent years, to everyone who bought a ticket, to all the businesses who helped us sell tickets and to the local pubs for allowing us to hold our weekly lotto in their premises. Your help and support has been invaluable. Please feel free to join us in The Red House on the 27th October next for the big draw where the draw will continue until we have a winner! And don't forget to buy some extra tickets this week, after all, if you're not in you can't win!!

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OUR TALK AND LECTURE SERIES Our talk on Ballysaggartmore House, Lismore on Wednesday night (October 14th), by the museum President, Mr. William Fraher was a great success. It was very well attended and it was a very enjoyable night. Thank you to everyone who came along and participated. Thank you to Mr. William Fraher for delivering the talk with his usual eloquence and flair. Thank you to Thomas Phelan who sorted our technical problems. Continuing our series of talks and lectures, the next one will be taking place on November 11th, when we will have Bernadette Guest, County Heritage Officer with us. The title of the talk will be Waterford Heritage – Plans and Projects. Bernadette will highlight some of the recent projects carried out under the current heritage plan and proposals for future projects on natural and cultural heritage in Waterford. She will also be looking forward to hearing ideas from the audience and plenty of audience participation. So it is a date for your diaries. GALLOWS HILL EXHIBITION Our next exhibition will be based on the recent Community Archaeology Project which was based on the Gallows Hill Motte and Bailey at Shandon.We hope to have a selection of photographs taken during the survey and film footage. We will also have a model of Gallows Hill, which is currently on display in the museum. There will be references to other historic sites around Dungarvan. Keep an eye on the notes for dates regarding the opening of the exhibition and it will definitely be one not to be missed. WATERFORD’S REVOLUTIONARY DECADE ROADSHOW Waterford City and County Council Archivist, Joanne Rothwell and Bernadette Guest, Heritage officer are working with Gabriel Doherty from the School of History, UCC, to bring a Revolutionary Roadshow, which will highlight the revolutionary period 1912-1923 in Waterford city and county, to the Park Hotel, Dungarvan on Saturday, 31st October from 11 – 4 pm. Local history groups will have stands at the event

and visitors on the day will have the opportunity to find out, not only about wider national events but also about what is happening in local parishes throughout the city and county. There will be exhibitions stands, talks, reenactments and music performances held during the day and it will be open to the public as a free event. In addition to ourselves there will be exhibitions by groups such as Irish V o l u n t e e r s Commemorative Organisation, Portlaw Heritage Centre, Waterford County Council, Mahon Bridge Local History Group and 1848 Tricolour Committee to name but a few.There will be performances by Comeraghs Comhaltas at 11.30 am and Cor Fear na nDeise at 2 pm. The welcome address will be by Tom Cronin, Mayor, Dungarvan and Lismore District at 11 am. Venue: Park Hotel, Dungarvan Date: Saturday, 31st October Time: 11 am – 4 pm AGM Just a reminder that the AGM is taking place on Thursday, 29th October at 7.30 pm. OLD PHOTOGRAPHS If you have any old photographs of people, places, ships, sports events etc. we would be very happy to accept them. We would scan them and give you back the originals. Looking ahead to the 1916 commemorations we would also be interested in any artefacts or photographs relating to that period. VISITING THE MUSEUM We welcome visits from schools, community groups, and local history societies. Please contact us at 05845960 to arrange a visit. Let us know if you are interested in a particular subject and we will focus on that during the visit. OPENING HOURS Monday to Friday 10-5 p.m. Admission is free. FIRST WORLD WAR WATERFORD CASUALTY LIST FOR WEEK ENDING 21st OCTOBER Hasker Edwards, 48, 3677, CQMS, Army, Yorks. Reg.11Bn., Sunderland/ Basily, Died, 10/16/15. Murphy James, 26, 4985 Pr., Army, I.Guards. 2Bn,Chereadel?, Killed in action, 10/18/15. Lecky John, 10051, Pr.

Army, R.I. Reg.2 Bn, Waterford, Killed in action, 10/20/15. Fitzgerald Michael, 7556, Pr. Army, I. Guards. 1Bn, Clashmore, Wounds, 10/20/15. Flynn William, 10079, Sgt Army, R.I. Reg.2 Bn, Waterford, Killed in action, 10/21/15. RATHGORMACKCLONEA HISTORY & MEMORIES A new book is being launched on Sunday, October 25th at 7 pm in Rathgormack Hiking Centre with local historian Julian Walton. This book is a collection of articles, photographs and memories relating to Rathgormack, Clonea-Power and surrounding areas. It is written by Mossy Hunt and edited by Marie Cox and has been printed with the support of the local community. All proceeds from the sale of the book will go to the Rathgormack-Clonea All Weather Pitch Fund. An extensive collection of photographs from pre 1900’s to the 1970’s complete the book’s vintage theme, with many photos of interest to those in surrounding areas. This book will be a definite Christmas present option this year for all connected to the parish and those interested in the history of County Waterford itself. Available at Eason’s Dungarvan and Clonmel and all local shops after the launch, price €20.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Stradbally WHIST At our last meeting there were 22 folks playing Whist, some absent because of previous commitments. The overall winner was Kitsy Keating and Seamus Dowling the first prize winner of the raffle. Now the evenings are drawing in and we can no longer stay out so late in the gardens, why not try your hand at Whist...we play for enjoyment and the company of others. You do not have to live in Stradbally, in fact we have members from Lemybrien, Kilmacthomas, Clonea and further afield. All will help you to learn how to play - and you can spend a Friday evening during the Winter, playing whist fortnightly and having a cup of tea and cake at half-time. We are open at 7.45 pm and try to get under way as close to 8.00 pm as possible. FRIDAY, 23rd OCTOBER / NEXT WEEK, we are having a FREE evening for non-members, so as to introduce the Whist Club to anyone wishing to try their hand. Please come along, you will be most welcome. A raffle also takes place at the cost of €1 a ticket and normal entrance is €5. For further information call 089-2157439. ACTIVE RETIREMENT Next gathering of Tay and Mahon Valley ARA on Monday, 26th October 2

pm to 4 pm. in the Barron Hall. For more details ring John 087-2052997. All welcome. FOUND A ladies watch has been found near the altar of Holy Cross Church, Stradbally in recent days. If you have lost a watch in the church please contact any member of the altar society or Fr. Jerry Condon, P.P. to reclaim your property. OFFICIAL VISIT Stradbally will welcome Bishop Alphonsus Cullinane on his first official visit to the Parish on this coming Saturday evening, 24th October, 2015 to celebrate the Vigil Mass at 7.30 p.m. with the Parishioners. On Sunday morning, the Bishop will celebrate Mass at Sacred Heart Church, Faha at the other side of the Parish at 9.30 a.m. The Bishop will visit St. Ann’s Church, Ballylaneen at a date to be announced later. TIDY TOWNS NEWS Our Tidy Towns report has been dissected and already next year’s plans are already in the pot. Work is in preparation for our next 5 years which will take us into 2020. We are also very pleased to be co-operative with our neighbours on the Copper Coast in some new project, as part of our involvement in the Copper Coast Geopark. Some initial meetings have been held and we will be meeting agin this week to move the

projects along. We would like to welcome Brendan from St. Declan’s College in Kilmacthomas. A Transition Year student who is working with Tidy Towns as part of his Gaisce project.We are delighted that he picked Stradbally Tidy Towns for his volunteering, as he is from the locality and wish him well in his endeavours. LOCAL SOCCER NEWS The Annual FAI draw tickets are now available from the Club at €10 each. The tickets are available from club players and members. A wide range of valuable prizes are on offer including cars. Contact Gerry at 087 224 5712 for further details. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM The proceeds of the Christmas Day Swim this year 2015 will be in aid of the local branch of Down Syndrome Ireland. Sponsorship cards will be available locally in the coming weeks. BARRON HALL Come and join the Barron Hall family in Stradbally on Sunday, 25th October.They will be hosting a Hallowe'en Party from 10 pm till late: a 70s & 80s Disco for over 18s only. Tickets at €10 each are available from any family member or ring the house phone on 087 7160700. They ask you Bring Your Own Bottles and dress for

Pictured l-r Gomez Power, Fester Dunne, Lurch Hickey, Grandmama Sutherland, Pugsley Pollock with Thing and seated, Morticia Blair.

the occasion, as the best rigout will win a prize. There will be food, games and gifts & maybe a surprise guest . . . Tickets can also be bought on the door but numbers are limited. They do hope you'll come as the Hall must pay for the renovations. FREE DISCO To commemorate 800 years of the Medieval church in Stradbally we will organise a free disco for pupils who attend any of the three primary schools in the parish, on Saturday, 24th, October 2 pm to 4 pm. For more detail ring 087-7160700 YOGA Yoga classes will be starting in the Barron Hall on Thursday, 22nd October 6.30-7.30 pm.These will be at the beginners/intermediate stage and will run for 8 weeks. Contact Peg on 086 3027927 for more detail GHOST WALK Regular guided historical walks are held around the village of Stradbally, Co. Waterford with a small charge to those taking part to raise funds for the Barron Hall which is there for the Community. The idea of the “Ghost Walk” developed from a conversation between local historian Tom Hickey (who has been involved with John Keane and Brian Corry in the publishing of two history books about Stradbally,) and psychic, Marie Swaby. Knowing next to nothing of the history Marie started channelling information about the area. Some of this Tom was able to verify but more of it he himself, with the help of Dave Pollock, Archaeologist, and Cian Flaherty, a history student studying in TCD, researched or dismiss it. The results were so accurate that a couple of walks were organised to try to find out more. Again further investigation proved accurate. As a result it was decided to organise a “Ghost Walk” for anyone wishing to attend. This is based on historical fact some prior knowledge and some discovered as a result of the investigations above. The group will meet at 7.30 pm on 29th October, at the Barron Hall and proceed from there. The present plan is to have two re-enactments as well as a range of other sights and sounds representing the history of Stradbally. Advisable to bring comfortable walking shoes and lamp/torch.

Gerald Fitzgerald and Kathleen 2015.

Gerald Fitzgerald and Keeley 2015.

65 years of marriage and 90 years of age PROUD Waterford man Gerry Fitzgerald celebrated his 90th birthday at his home place “Harney’s of Dunhill”. Gerry’s father sold the pub in Dunhill to the Harney family in 1926. While Gerry and Kathleen live in Dublin they have maintained their connections with Dunhill and Bunmahon down through the years. After a fantastic meal with family and friends, including his great

grand-daughter Keeley McCann, Gerry retired to watch Ireland beat France in the rugby. Upon leaving the pub he was heard telling Jim Harney to watch out, he would back to win the Christmas ham at 25’s. Gerry and his wife Kathleen formerly Ryan of Portlaw celebrated 65 years of marriage in September. We wish them continued good health and happiness.

Ring & Old Parish Parochial Council News HARVEST THANKSGIVING SERVICE The members of the Ring and Old Parish Pastoral Council would like to send an open invite to all for our Harvest Thanksgiving Service. This will be a multidenominational service which will take place on Thursday the 22nd October in Old Parish church at 7.30 pm. Our

guest Speaker will be the Rev. Maria Jansson; Church of Ireland. Rev. Maria believes the job of a Preacher is to give people hope and strength. Her sermons are based on the Scriptures but come from a connection with her Parishioners lives. Reverend Jansson is a former teacher and academic and was ordained at the age of 46. In an interview with

RTE’s John Murray Maria has said “Coming to a vocation later in life often means that you have worked out your issues and your ego and you're not doing it for approval or status but for God”. Please come and join us in this Service and refreshments will be served afterwards For more updates please visit our website at www.anrinnseanphobal.ie

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Space Camp blasts off at Lismore Heritage Centre SATURDAY, 11th October was Lismore Heritage Centre’s Inaugural Space Camp to celebrate World Space Week. Our hall was filled with alien hunters, star gazers and astronomers eager to blast off. We studied the Solar System, drove our very own Mars Rover and of course made a mess with Rocket making stations. Everyone got a Mission Accomplised certificate and a phot from Hubble telescope to take home. We hope all our starry eyed students enjoyed their Space Camp and we hope to run events like this in the future.

The 11-14 year olds explore the Solar System.

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Comhaltas Craobh na gComarach ANOTHER WINNER Many of our young members attended the music and dance workshops at the John O’Dwyer festival in Waterford over last weekend. One of the most prestigious events at the festival is the junior composers competition in memory of the late Pat O’Brien. Judged by none other than John O’Dwyer, himself one of the most noted composers in trad music, he was full of praise for the new tunes many of which he hopes to add to his repertoire. Clodagh Kelly from Ballymacarbry one of the up and coming young performers in our branch was one of the winners. A prize-winner also at this year’s Fleadh in Sligo, Clodagh plays harp and fiddle with Cúil Cheoil and has recently commenced teaching some beginners classes in Cúil na Sméar. CONCERT SEASON Last week’s concert in Cúil na Sméar drew a great reaction from the audience.

The “two unknowns”, fiddler Mark Donnellan and box-player John Canny brought the house down with their humour and the uniqueness of their music introduced a new dimension for the discerning audience who are regular attendees at our concerts. Needless to say the usual post-concert session was a big attraction and many of the audience retreated to the unique hostelry which always makes a lasting impression on our guests. When is the next one you may ask? November 21st is only a month away and what promises to be a complete contrast is the dynamic band Breaking Trad led by the inimitable Donal Murphy. Box player Donal from Abbeyfeale is no stranger in these parts having performed twice before in Cúil na Sméar with Four Men and a Dog and Sliabh Notes. Tickets are already being booked for this event as it has been advertised as part of their nationwide tour.

FLEADH DOWN IN ENNIS With 2016 approaching fast it was no surprise when the invitations arrived this past week for the launch of Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann. This coming Friday Senator Labhrás Ó Murchú will launch the Fleadh at Glór in Ennis. Already the usual fleadh accommodation crisis is a talking point and among trad followers and regular Fleadh-goers there are plans for satellite events in many Clare towns even as far west as Miltown Malbay. After the spaciousness of Sligo, it is going to be a totally unique experience. CARÚIL NA NOLLAG Our Schools Song Project which has now been running since 2012 continues to develop. For the first time this Christmas we will have a combined choir from the schools perform Christmas carols as Gaeilge. The schools have already been circularised and to date seven schools have accepted. Beidh níos mó eolais le fáil níos déanaí.

Ballymacarbry YOGA Yoga will be beginning in Ballymacarbry Community Centre starting Monday, October 26th. Gentle Yoga which is suitable for beginners, will be held Monday mornings starting October 26th from 11 am - 12 noon. Intermediate Yoga will be held Monday evenings from 6.30 pm -7.30 pm for the more experienced. To book a place or for more infor-

mation, please contact Dorothy on 087 9235494. SOUND HEALING BATH Sound Healing Bath will be held in Ballymacarbry Community Centre Tuesday, 27th October, 10th November and 24th November at 7.30 pm. This is a therapeutic way to bring about healing and relaxation where you are bathed in sound waves. Places limited, booking

essential. For enquiries & booking contact Mairead or James 087 4377261. ICA Art/Painting Class is being held in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on Tuesday, 20th October at 8 pm. Cookery Classes are being held in Ballymacarbry Community Centre on Monday, 16th November and Monday, 23rd November at 7.30 pm.

Lismore Heritage Centre has a Hallowe’en Camp and it’s Coming to Get You!! LISMORE Heritage Centre is under siege! Bats are hanging for the rafters and the witches are cackling from the Bell Tower. As the spookiest day of the year draws closer things are getting worse and worse! However there is a light shining through: as our clever guides have a plan.They are gathering a strong army of fearless youngsters to take on these spooky intruders.This new brave army will help banish our creepy invaders with their fun and games. Together they will squash in three days of

arts, crafts, tricks, dance, music and treasure hunts that there will be just no room left for the spooky intruders! The camp will run from the 27th – 29th October. Each day will begin at 10am and conclude at 2pm. Parents beware! Places for our fearless army are disappearing fast. If you know of any child brave enough please contact: Aoife McCabe, Lismore Heritage Centre, Lismore, Co. Waterford. Tel: 058 54975; E-mail: amccabe@lismoreheritage.ie ; Website: www.discoverlismore.com

Touraneena SLIABH gCUA LOTTO Last week’s Lotto draw had a jackpot prize of €2,800. The results for weekending Sunday, 11th October, winning numbers drawn were 16, 21, 29. There was no winner of the jackpot. The 5 x €20 winners were as follows, Mick O'Mahony, Danno, Breege Gleeson, Trevor Cullinan, Marian & Dermot. Promoters prize of €20 was won by Marian Cliffe. This week’s Lotto draw was held in Hanrahan's Bar, Ballinamult and had a jackpot prize of €2,900. The results for weekending Sunday, 18th October, winning numbers drawn were 10, 17, 26. The lucky win14th annual Imagine Arts festival in Waterford, Kite Flying Day. Pictured at the Imagine Arts festival at Kite Flying day at WIT Carriganore Waterford City are Lynn Fanning Waterford City, Cian Murphy Tramore and Reece Fanning Waterford City. Picture: Patrick Browne

ner of the jackpot was Myra Barron. Many congratulations to Myra on her great win. As the jackpot was won, there was no 5 x €20 draw. The promoter’s prize of €20 was won by J. P. Walsh. Next week’s draw will be held in Dunne's Bar, Touraneena. Next week's jackpot amount will revert to €200. Tickets are €2 each and can be purchased from local retail outlets, committee members and designated promoters. HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS PARADE Bonnie's Bouquets, Lismore will hold its 12th Annual Hallowe’en Parade on this Bank Holiday Monday, 26th October.

With weather permitting, by kind permission of Lord and Lady Burlington, the parade will take place in the Lismore Castle courtyard, otherwise the parade will be held indoors in the banqueting hall. There will be lots of attractions for the children and lots of scrumptious prizes for the winners. Story telling, games and face painting will be available for the children. Bonnie's Bouquets Hallowe’en parade has grown from strength to strength over the years and always proves to be a fabulous day out for the family. The fancy dress categories are 0-3 years, 3-6 years, 612 years and family cate-

gories. Registration commences at 2.00 pm and the parade starts at 3.00 pm sharp. Free goodie bag for all entrants. There will also be a prize for the best homemade costume. All proceeds from the day go to the Scallywag Community Playgroup. So dust down the costumes and head to Lismore for a great day out for all the family. HALLOWE’EN HOLIDAYS The Hallowe’en school holidays are nearly here, we hope the children enjoy their Hallowe’en break and welcome back to any Parishioners that are returning to Sliabh gCua during the holidays.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Cappoquin FRIENDS OF CAPPOQUIN DAY CENTRE FIVE WEEK DRAW Week 5. Results: 1st prize €100 Shaun Moynihan, c/o Helen McGrath. 2nd €50 Moira McGrath c/o Day Centre. 3rd €30 Barry Keane c/o Joe Keane. 4th €20 Caroline Hickey c/o Mary

Dore. Congratulations to all our winners. Better luck next year to all the rest of our great loyal supporters and friends. Thank you all for your generosity every year. A BIG BIG THANK YOU to our faithful promoters without whom this annual fundraiser would not be possible. We have a pre-

Christmas Fair and Social afternoon at the centre on Sunday, 15th November. Some lovely Crafts and Artwork made at the centre for sale, also plants and other "Treasures" too. Watch out for details. Thanks again to all who help out in any way at our lovely centre making it a very happy place to be.

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Mrs. Daly’s school band at Feile na Scoileanna, Waterford 1965. FORÓIGE BACK FROM THE ASHES The great news from Civic Link this week is that it looks like the local Foróige club has been resurrected and will function for a tenth year in a row after all. The disappointment of having so much of its property vandalised over the Summer and the shortage of new leaders were making things look very doubtful for a long time. We are delighted to report that some new leaders have already completed training and a leaders’ meeting is scheduled for this Wednesday, October 21st, in the Parish Hall at 8.00 p.m. The club itself should be up and running again soon after that. If anyone else is interested in joining as a leader then do come along to the meeting this Wednesday night – it is an excellent means of getting some experience in youth work, and it’s a great addition to anyone’s CV too. All you need is enthusiasm, commitment and to be over 18.

Cappoquin Twig Bog TWIG BOG AND ‘THE BIG SYCAMORE’ It was a real delight this week to be handed a copy of ‘The Big Sycamore’ to keep, while just walking down Main Street last weekend. A most sincere thanks to Eileen Prendergast of Mogeha, who can rest assured that the book will be treasured. A major piece of Irish fiction when it appeared back in 1958, quite a bit of ‘The Big Sycamore’ is situated in part in Cappoquin, and we are sure that Mick and Jenny Fraher won’t mind any passers-by in Mill Street going to have a look at the plaque in front of their house, commemorating the Browne family, one of whom was the author, known as ‘Joseph Brady’. His description of the different processes of the wicker-working and basket trade, and of Twig Bog and Mill Street in Cappoquin during the 19th century is worth re-telling here:

‘The sallies were brought to Mill Street from the banks of the Blackwater. Mrs. Mary Meany, a daughter of Dick Mason, remembers Mill Street looking like an extension of the sally plantations, so crowded was it with willows piled high. These had to be graded according to size. Some, untreated, that is to say, left with their skins on, were sold as ‘brown’ sallies. They were made up as containers for bakers’ yeast or pointed as scollops for thatching. Some were ‘couched’ – placed in heaps in definite order on the bed of the stream. Some were ‘pitted’ by being placed in bundles upright in water and spaced into bays.They stood in the pit from March until early Summer. Some were ‘pied’ – the butts of the bundle laid on the ground, the upper portion resting on the next bundle, they were then covered with old leaves and skins of peeled sallies. For the seasoning of the sallies, so that the fibres might be toughened, a constant supply of fresh water was needed. The Fitzgeralds were happily supplied by the stream flowing past Mill Street and contained by a two-foot wall…’ This week’s photo, from the famous Lawrence Collection, shows what this area of Cappoquin, by Twig Lane and Woodenbridge Lane, with its warehouses backing on to Mill Street behind, looked like around 1865. If this was a ‘spot the difference’ game, where would you start? HAVE YOU MEMORABILIA FROM 1916-’21? As part of Waterford’s 2016 Programme of Events, we in Cappoquin are delighted to pass on the word that Waterford Council in conjunction with the School of History at UCC are hosting a Waterford’s Revolutionary Decade Roadshow which will take place on Saturday, October 31st, in The Park Hotel, Dungarvan, 11.00 a.m. until 4.00 p.m. The leading academic working on this project is Gabriel Doherty of UCC, and a more balanced and thorough historian would be hard to find, apart altogether from the fact that he is related by marriage to the family of a certain John Keane, of Mount Sion and Waterford hurling fame. No doubt Gabriel and his team will be delighted to hear from anyone with memorabilia of documentation from the revolutionary period, though perhaps a programme from the 1950 Mount Sion v. Tourin County hurling final would interest him too.

Captain Michael Foley, born in Croughataggart, Portlaw, attended Clonea-Power National School and fought in both World Wars.

In Park (Clondonnell) 1940 – Back Row: Mary Roche, Mick O’Dowd, Katie Roche, Mary O’Dowd, Maggie Meara, Tom Roche, Mary Roche. Front Row: Alice Roche, Kitty Kennedy, Mary Roche, Tom Roche.

Launch of Local History Book in RathgormackClonea Parish A NEW book celebrating the history and memories of Rathgormack-Clonea Parish is to be launched on Sunday, October 25th at 7 pm. in Rathgormack Hiking Centre. The book is a collection of articles detailing various aspects of the history of the Parish, and indeed of the surrounding area and County Waterford at large. A comprehensive account of the history of the Power family of Curraghmore is included with the story of how the Rathgormack Power dynasty met its end. Local highwayman “Crotty the Robber” is also

included, with excerpts from the sworn witness statements at the time. Michael O’Donoghue writes extensively on the origins of the placenames locally and includes photos of the breathtaking Comeragh scenery. Johnny Dowley gives an account of the people and events surrounding the formation of the local Co-operative Agricultural Society. The book’s Author, Mossy Hunt, also explores the Parish links with famous people such as Marguerite Weld, David Frost and John Fleming to name a few. The book also explores

the impact of the World Wars and the Civil wars on the people in the parish and several individuals share their personal memories of this time. An extensive collection of photographs ranging from pre 1900s up to the 1970s complete the book’s vintage theme, making an impressive addition to any book collection. This book will be a definite Christmas present option this year for all connected to the Parish and those interested in the history of County Waterford itself. The book will be launched by local historian

Julian Walton, in conjunction with a display of art and local history projects from Rathgormack National School. It will take place in Rathgormack Hiking Centre on Sunday, 25th October at 7 pm and light refreshments will be served. All proceeds from the book will be donated to the Rathgormack-Clonea All Weather pitch and multiuse games area fund. Books are priced at €20 and will be available for purchase in local bookshops after the event. All are welcome to this exciting event.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Ardmore’s Celebration of their first Senior Football Championship in 1965

A hat-trick of 1965 commemorative trophies for Colbert brothers Maurice, John and Frank. ON the evening of Sunday, 11th October, Ardmore’s Cumann Deuglan Naofa GAA club celebrated the Golden Jubilee of their first senior football county championship. At the local Round Tower Hotel a memorable event brought together a gathering of the majority of the team which had beaten Mount Sion by 1-12 to 0-2 at the Fraher Field in 1965. Guest speaker at the event was Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman of the County GAA Board, and he soon reminded all present how honoured he felt to be associated with such an outstanding club with its great tradition in GAA circles. Not surprisingly, stalwart club officials Padraig O Foghlu and the late Mikey O’Brien received special mention from him, not only for their tremendous service and contribution to the

club, but also to the County Board, for so many decades. He also recalled, not only the great calibre of that team in 1965, but also its memorable sportsmanship and team spirit as well. He recollected for all present the great contribution which so many of its players gave to the Waterford senior team in those days, including Tommy Power, Eddie Mooney, John Colbert, Paddy Carleton, John Joe Carleton, Jim Rooney, Finbarr Hallahan, Mickey Carleton and the late Donal Lenane, as well as some under-21 players like Anthony Carleton, Noel Power and Frank Colbert. Significantly also, the Waterford team of the Millennium contained both Tom Power and goalkeeper John Colbert! Club chairman Declan Hennessy and Padraig O

Foghlu then proceeded to remind the attendees of the great comraderie in the club during the sixties before contributing a few warm recollections about some memorable club players, including the late Donal Lenane and Jimmy Flynn, the only two players from the team now since gone to their eternal reward. Captain of the 1965 team, Bertie Hallahan, regalled all present with his recollections of his teammates in the victorious county final and also thanked Padraig O Foghlu and John Colbert for their considerable help in organising the successful get together. memorable evening was had by all the ex-players, club officials and their wives, while recollecting the memorable sixties, not only in the club, but also in

the special village of Ardmore. The craic was good and eventually a notable night was brought to a close in the early hours of Monday morning by James O’Donnell and Liam O Loinsigh with their impressive and sometimes humorous renderings of a few memorable Irish ballads. For the record the Ardmore line-out in the historic 1965 County Final was: John Colbert, Donal O’Brien, Eddie Mooney, Maurice Colbert, Paddy Carleton, Noel Power, Bertie Hallahan (capt), Tom Power, Donal Lenane, Jim Rooney, Thomas Hallahan, John Joe Carleton, Mickey Carleton, Finbarr Hallahan and Anthony Carleton. Subs:- Pat Prendergast, Mattie Cronin, Frank Colbert, Michael Troy and Jimmy Flynn.

Ardmore ST. MARY’S N.S. GRANGE, PARENTS ASSOCIATION NEWS The Principal of St. Mary’s National School, Grange, Michéal Gildea will be retiring this coming Friday, 23rd October, 2015. To celebrate the occasion and to thank Mr. Gildea for all his magnificent work over the years, a Mass will be held in Grange Church at 7.00 p.m. on Friday, 23rd October. A function will be held in St. Declan’s Hall, Ardmore afterwards. We would like to extend an invitation to all past and present families of the school and to all the friends and supporters of the school to join us in wishing Mr. Gildea all the best for the future. All are welcome to attend. For any further enquiries please contact the school or Nora on 087 7411410. ST. PAUL’S On Friday evening, 16th October, the sounds of excited children could be heard emanating from St. Paul’s Church, Ardmore, for the Annual Community Harvest Thanksgiving. Over 170 old and young gathered to celebrate the

harvest from land and sea with special guest Canon Ted Ardis from St. Finbarr’s Cathedral. The choir of St. Declan’s NS was superb under the baton of Patricia Whyte, as was the Village Choir who led the singing directed by Anne Gartland. A beautiful duet by Lyra Hall and Tia Lombard brought a temporary but expectant hush to proceedings. The collection for St. Vincent de Paul Society raised €270. Grateful thanks to all who contributed. Thanks also to the team who worked so hard to decorate the church, especially Jane Moloney, Amanda McAree, Petra Roch-Perks, James Bryan, Tom Healy, and to farmers Edward O’Neill and Dec Hurley for donated produce, and to Readers Gay Humphries and Hanna Roch-Perks. Paul Knight Church Warden, St, Paul’s Church RNLI FUNDRAISER An Seanachaí are hosting a Fish Supper in aid of the RNLI Helvick Lifeboat Station at 8.00 p.m. on

Friday, October 30th. “Our house chef is serving up a dish of locally sourced seafood at a special price of €15 and we are proud to be part of the RNLI Fish Supper initiative!” says Mags Hurley of the award winning Seanachaí Bar & Restaurant. Located at Pulla Cross in Ring, Dungarvan, just off the N25, An Seanachaí is full of old world charm and received a Certificate of Excellence on 2015 Trip Advisor. “We look forward to a wonderful night in An Seanachaí,” says RNLI Fundraising Committee member Connie Kiersey. “For further information check our Facebook page: Dungarvan Bay and Helvick Head RNLI Fundraising”. The RNLI is the charity that saves lives at sea. BINGO NIGHT Ardmore National School Parents’ Association are hosting a Bingo Night this Thursday, 22nd October, at 8.15 p.m. in St. Declan's Hall, Ardmore, please come along and support.

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Ardmore Tidy Towns UNWANTED shrubs / plants. If anyone is thinking of thinning or re-landscaping their garden, and has some shrubs, plants, etc they no longer need, we'll gladly use any unwanted shrubs plants etc. Leave them into An Cuilin, opposite the health centre, or contact Bernie to arrange collection of them. ADJUDICATORS REPORT CONTINUED Sustainable Waste & Resource management. Maximum Mark 50. Last year: 15. This Year: 17. Thank you for your comprehensive waste management plan as we studied its contents during adjudication.We are delighted to read that you have undertaken so many projects under this cate-

gory and that your committee has a good understanding of what is required under this category. We are also pleased to see that the Committee is leading by example by adopting a waste minimisation approach to its dayto-day activities (e.g. by growing your own plants) and carrying out a number of actions to raise awareness among the residents of Ardmore of the need to reduce and eliminate waste generation. However, don’t forget to continually monitor the effects of your actions to see if they are having the desired effects and keep us updated on your progress. For 2016, be sure to tell us how many households have registered with www.stopfoodwaste.ie and

www.greenhome.ie and perhaps have a follow up event to the waste awareness public information night to see if the behaviour of the participants had changed as a result of their attendance at the event. Tidiness & Litter Control. Maximum Mark 90. Last year: 58. This Year: 58 We are pleased to report that Ardmore was largely litter free during adjudication with most areas appearing neat and tidy. Small isolated incidences of litter could be found on the Dungarvan road, on the road and surprisingly, at the entrance to the heritage walk. However, it must be emphasised that these were isolated incidents and it was clear to the adjudicator that these

items had recently been dropped. The rest of the village looked exceptionally well and was an accurate reflection of the hard work that the committee, the junior tidy towns and the volunteers have put into this category. The standard of tidiness was similarly high and just as impressive with all road verges neatly trimmed, roadsides swept and pavement and curbs appearing weed free. As always, some improvements are possible. A very untidy and slow through village sign could be spotted on the Dungarvan approach road outside Russell court, while the black-and-white sign poles on the 50 kmph signs will need to be repainted in time for 2016. The pedestrian

entrance to the holiday home scheme adjacent to An Sruthan was untidy looking and in need of paint and the committee is encouraged to find a solution for the ‘leftover’ area between the apartment and the playground. This is masked somewhat by the landscaped boat but it offers potential for untidiness in the form of weed and litter. An untidy stop sign could be seen opposite Tig Alainn at the junction of Coffey Lane and Rocky Road while very untidy black entrance doors could be spotted on the structure opposite the Cliff house hotel. TOURISM TOWNS AWARD We have been notified that the final results of The Tourism

Towns Awards will be announced at a function to be held in Dublin on November 25th. There will be two winners one of Killarney, Kilkenny, Cobh or Tralee will win Ireland’s best large Tourist Town and one of Kenmare, Clonakilty, Sneem, Ardmore, Lismore and Adare will win Ireland’s best small Tourist town. We’ll have to hold our breath on that one, but it is a wonderful achievement for our little village to be even mentioned in the same catergories of some of Ireland’s busiest towns such as the above. Everyone in Ardmore should take a bow, especially all the business people and workers who cater for our thousands of visitors each year.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Kilgobinet/Colligan/Kilbrien HARVEST Part 4 - Porridge Weeds. For long millennia, farmers have been battling weeds. When weeds appeared in a biblical wheat field, Jesus' advice, preserved in Matthew Chapter 13, was to "Let both grow together until the harvest: and in the time of harvest I will say to the reapers, Gather ye together first the tares (weeds), and bind them in bundles to burn them: but gather the wheat into my barn." That might have been an effective strategy for Middle Eastern wheat, but Irish oat farmers preferred simply to let the fast growing oat plants shade out the weeds. If unruly growth threatened the early crop, oat farmers could fall back on a method that predated even the New Testament - the one handed weed pull and for stubborn holdouts the two handed tug. Thistles were a particular problem. Thistles loved to hide among the rapidly growing oats. If a long overgrown field was brought into tillage, thistles flourished in the first year, particularly along the edges. Sometimes there'd be more thistles than oats. In this case, a farmer might just cut down an overrun area, thistles and oats alike, and leave them to rot away. At the end of a long day, hands would be torn and sore. Treatment consisted of the plentiful application of sticking plasters to the cuts. What about gloves? "They'd be laughing at you if you had a pair of gloves. They'd be saying you'd gone soft." MOWING At last, come August in a warm year and September if it was cool, the seed heads ripened and the time had arrived to harvest the oat plants.Weather was always a

factor.When the wind blew from the southeast, from the direction of Dungarvan town, the rain might last for days. During one wet year, the parish priest was asked to pray for a dry spell so that farmers could get in the crop. "Sorry, men," the priest told his petitioners. "It's no good praying when the wind is from Dungarvan." By the twentieth century, horse drawn machinery speeded up the cutting. Nonetheless, the timeless swish of the scythe had first to be heard. Using this ancient tool, a row was cut around the edges of the field, the headlands. Now the mower had room to operate and turn. The unexpected sometimes intervened forcefully. One man remembers starting to cut a field on a fine autumn day, warm and sultry. A swarm of bees took exception to his intrusion and made their feelings known. He discovered that when a cloud of angry bees selects you as their target, "As fast as you go, you don't go fast enough." If the field's inhabitants and the weather sprites cooperated, then the mowing commenced. Once again the plough horses were hitched up, this time to a Mowing Machine. For this job a second person was required. One man held the reins and drove the horses, the other sat behind him with a wooden rake. When the mowing machine cut the oat stalks down low, they would fall over. The rake man trailed his implement behind the mower and collected together a bundle of the fallen plants. He "pushed off" this bundle behind the mower and left it lying on the ground. As the men worked the field, pheasants would fly from their hiding places.

Hares, too, would scatter before the clattering machine. BINDING Behind the two men in the mower followed the gatherers, the older children and the women and anyone available. Theirs was a job involving much stooping and standing. They'd bend down and grab one of the bundles of oat dropped onto the field and bind it with a plait of twistedtogether oat stalks, then drop it back on the ground. Work was interrupted for a very well earned break for lunch. The women brought out food and drink in a basket to the hungry workers. There'd be tea in a flask pre-sugared and milked, thick slices of bread thickly buttered and for dessert big pieces of brack thick with raisins. If they were lucky, the youngsters washed down the meal with a Power Orange or Lemonade. The men were content with porter. After the binders did their work another person bent down and gathered the sheaves - pronounced "shaves" - together to dry. Drying required several stages. Four sheaves were stood together to make a stook. Several days later, half a dozen or more of the stooks were assembled into field stacks. A few days later, the dried stacks were gathered and pitched into a dray, a type of cart that had no sides. Even the piling was an art. The dray was built one sheaf in width, but the men laid the sheaves two across. Half of each sheaf was centred on the cart, half hung over the side. The top rows of sheaves were laid only one sheaf wide and the weight of these properly balanced bundles held the precarious bottom ones in place. Then the parts hang-

A Horse And Cart Full Of Hay. These unidentified men were photographed travelling across a field at Mansfieldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm, Old Parish in 1959. Courtesy of Waterford County Museum.

ing over the sides were bent over and the whole lot bound with ropes. The dray, piled high and wide, headed back to the haggard, the back yard of a working farmhouse. DRAY RIDES The piles of straw atop the carts proved irresistible to the kids.They'd be clambering up top of the swaying piles, playing around and enjoying the wobbly ride back to the haggard. Wait... where's Mary! The adults would call a child's name, look around, wonder if this time all the skylarking had claimed a victim. Then, from beneath the straw a head would appear, up from where the child had burrowed. Not all scramblings ended so happily. One woman remembers her own misadventure. Her family used to pile only a few sheaves on the dray. But then the men tied a loop of rope around a big cone of sheaves, tied it to the back of the cart and dragged the mass along the boreens and fields to the haggard. The woman, a young girl at the time, thought it might be fun to surf home by cinching her feet under the loop and letting the horse drag her. Which the horse did, starting forward and immediately tossing the youngster off balance. She fell onto the jouncing sheaves and was dragged for what seemed a very long way. With the breath knocked out of her, she couldn't yell and no one knew she was there. She was bright red with abrasions when she was finally rescued. RICKS & STACKS As they were tossed down from the drays, the sheaves were gathered together into a huge rectangle twelve to fifteen feet wide at the base and several dozens of feet in length. The sheaves were "narrowed in" as layer after layer was added to the one beneath to a height of about ten feet. The top was only one sheaf wide so that whole rick resembled a house in profile. But, even this uppermost row of sheaves was protected, for rushes were gathered from wet, boggy fields and tied down at the apex of the rick, forming a type of thatched roof. Ropes were made from sugĂĄn, plaited straw, though twine was used in later times. Many farmers went the final step and tied and pegged the rushes down, just as they would do for a

Paddy Casey Piking Hay, Dyrick, Ballinamult. An unknown person took this photo around 1940. Courtesy of Waterford County Museum. Gazing at the ricks and All are welcome. house ridge. When completed, this roofed rick shed stacks and mountains of LOURDES YOUTH rain water and protected the oats, any farmer could be MEETING harvested oats. Smaller proud. He and his family 20th October, Sunday oaten stacks standing about had "brought forth fruit, A meeting for any youth ten feet high and wide some an hundredfold, some from the parish of complemented the main sixtyfold, some thirtyfold." Kilgobinet, Colligan and rick. If they weren't roofed And if that evening, perhaps Kilbrien interested in travand tied down, these over a pint of porter, there elling to Lourdes on the 6th accompanists were labelled was some boasting about to the 11th of June the harvest, the farmer 2016 will take place in "cocks". All the neighbours who'd could be excused for fol- Coolnasmear Hall at 8.30 shown up to help were ush- lowing another biblical p.m. on 20th of ered indoors for a big slap- injunction. "Who hath ears October. You are asked to up of bacon and cabbage, or to hear, let him hear." attend with a parent or roast beef, with apple tart KILBRIEN PARENT & Guardian. and lashings of tea and INCLUDE YOUR TODDLER GROUP plenty of potatoes; always INFO 14th October, heaps of potatoes and Wednesday - in Kilbrien Scott Simons - greenhillplenty of butter. Hall from 10:30 to 12:30. sofireland@gmail.com

"Summer" by Abel Grimmer, an Antwerp artist, based on a print by Pieter Brueghel the Elder. This 1607 painting nicely illustrates the reaping and binding methods used in the lifetimes of many parish residents. As happened in the 1600's, refreshments were brought to 1900's workers in the fields

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Nótaí na Gaeltachta le Comhlucht Forbartha na nDéise

Seosamh Ó Neachtain STEIP NA nDÉISE Táimid sásta a fhógairt go bhfuil sraith ranganna nua ar rince ar an Sean Nós ls tosú an Aoine seo an 23ú, i nGaeltacht na nDéise. Is é an aidhm atá ag an scéim seo ná ceardlann rince ar an sean nós a chur ar fáil do dhaoine óga sa cheantar thar tréimhse sé mhí. Beidh Rang do daoine fásta ar siúl i Halla Phobal na Rinne ag 11:20 r.n. go 12:00 agus tá fáilte roimh chách. Is é an rinceoir sean nós, Seosamh Ó Neachtain an té atá roghnaithe againn. Is as An Spidéal i gConamara do agus bhí suim sa Sean Nós aige ó laethanta a óige. Tá léirithe déanta aige le chuid de na grúpaí is cáiliúla i gceol agus damhsa Gaelach, Altan, De Danann agus Mairtin O’Connor ina measc. Táimid fíor buíoch don Chomhairle Ealaín as an deontas atá curtha ar fáil acu chun scéim rinceoir cónaitheach a chur ar bun. We are delighted to announce that a new series of classes in Sean Nós dancing will be starting this Friday the 23rd, in the Waterford Gaeltacht. The purpose of the scheme is to provide workshops in Sean Nós dancing to children in the area over a period of six months. An adult class will also take place from 11:20 am to 12:00 in Halla Phobal na Rinne. Sean Nós dancer Seosamh Ó Neachtain has been selected to teach the classes. He hails from An Spidéal in Co. Galway and has had a keen interest in Sean Nós dancing from a young age. He has performed with some of the most influential acts in traditional Irish dance music: Altan, De Danann and Mairtin O’Connor. We are very grateful to from the

Arts Council for the support they have provided for the dancer in residence scheme. POBAL AR AIRE Bhí coiste nua tofa ag an grúpa Pobal ar Aire i nGaeltacht na nDéise le linn an cruinniú poiblí a bhí acu an seachtain seo chaite. Bhí Paud Morrissey tofa mar cathaoirleach ar an gcoiste seo. Tá iarrtha ag an gcoiste nua ar grúpaí pobail ionadaí a chur go dtí na cruinnithe ionas gur féidir leis an grúpa eolas a scaipeadh ar an bpobal go héifeachtach. Má tá tuilleadh eolais uait, is féidir teacht i dteagmháil linn ag 058 46664. A new committee was elected during the public meeting of the Waterford Gaeltacht Community Alert group. Paud Morrissey was elected Chairperson of the group during the meeting. The new committee have requested that other local groups send a representative to meetings so that information can be shared effectively. For further information, please contact us on 058 46664. BÉILE SA SEANACHAÍ AR MHAITHE LEIS AN RNLI Beidh béile curtha ar fáil ag An Seanachaí ar mhaithe leis an RNLI i gCeann Heilbhic ag 8 i.n. Dé hAoine an 30ú Deireadh Fómhair. Dar le Mags Hurley, beidh Príomhchócaire an Tí ag ullmhú bia mara áitiúil don oíche ar €15. Tá an Seanachaí lonnaithe ag Crosaire Polla sa Rinn, díreach in aice leis an N25. I gcomhair tuilleadh eolais, is féidir teacht i dteagmháil leis an RNLI ar Facebook nó leis an Seanachaí ag

(058) 46755. An Seanachaí are hosting a Fish supper in aid of the RNLI Heilbhic Lifeboat Station at 8 pm on Friday October 30th. “Our house chef is serving up a dish of locally sourced seafood at a special price of €15 and we are proud to be part of the RNLI Fish Supper initiative!” says Mags Hurley of the award winning Seanachaí Bar & Restaurant. The Seanachaí is located at Pulla Cross in An Rinn, Dungarvan, just off the N25. For further information contact us on Facebook or the Seanachaí ar (058) 46775. SRAITH REATHA AGUS SIÚLÓIDE 5KM - CEANN A’ BHATHALA Tá Sraith Reatha agus Siúlóide do dhaoine fásta agus páistí ag dul ar aghaidh faoi láthair. Tosnaíonn sé ag 9:30 r.n. maidin Domhnach thíos ag Cé Heilbhic. Bíonn siad ag dul ó Heilbhic, thar tig Muirithe, ansan suas an chéad cnoc, thar tig Bill Kelly, suas thimpeall Ceann a'Bhathala ansan, agus síos thar tig Uí Uallacháin, go crossaire ag Baile na nGall. Soir ansan ar ais go Heilbhic. Tá an Sraith Reatha seo eagraithe ar mhaith le Bord na nÓg agus An Gaeltacht CLG. Tá fáilte is fiche roimh cách. The Sraith Reatha agus Siúlóid is open to adults and chuldren. It starts on Sunday mornings at 9:30 am down at Cé Heilbhic. Starting in Heilbhic, the route goes past Murray’s Pub, and up the first hill, past Bill Kelly's house, then around the head, and continue down the hill past the estate and onto the cross at Baile na nGall, there you turn back to Heilbhic. The Sraith Reatha is in aid of Bord na nÓg and An Gaeltacht GAA. CÓISIR NA SAMHNA AGUS DIOSCÓ GAEILGE Beidh Cóisir na Samhna & Dioscó Gaeilge ag tosnú ar 6.30 i.n. Dé hAoine fiche tríú Deireadh Fómhair i Halla Pobail na Rinne, An Rinn, Dún Garbhán, Co Phort Láirge. Cead isteach €5 don dteaghlach. Beidh duaiseanna do pháiste atá gléasta suas. Le linn an cóisir beidh Scéalaíocht na Samhna ar siúl thuas staighre idir 7 i.n. - 8 i.n. Cóisir eagraithe ag Comhairle Pobail na Rinne i dteannta le Ghlór na nGael. I gcomhair tuilleadh eolais chuir glaoch ar 058 24642. A Hallowe’en Party and Disco in Irish will take

place at 6.30 pm on Friday the 23rd October in Halla Pobail na Rinne, An Rinn, Dún Garbhán, Co Phort Láirge. Entry is five euro per family. There will be prizes on the night for children who are dressed up in spooky costumes. During the party, Scéalaíocht na Samhna will take place upstairs from 7 pm – 8 pm. The party is being organised by Comhairle Pobail na Rinne and Glór na nGael. For further information, please call 058 24642. OÍCHE IONTACH AG BROWNE’S FARM HOUSE. Bhí oíche iontach ag Browne’s Farm House Dé Céadaoin seo chaite nuair a thug Maria Power, Garraíodóir na Mara, ceardlann cócaireachta agus léacht ar an úsáid gur féidir baint as feamainn. Chun tuilleadh eolais a fháil faoi Browne’s Farm House, is féidir iad a leanúint ar Facebook nó dul isteach go www.selfcateringdungarvan.com.Tá tuilleadh eolais faoi Maria Power ag www.theseagardner.ie. A wonderful night was had at Browne’s Farm House last Wednesday when The Sea Gardener, Marie Power, from Tramore gave a seaweed cookery demonstration to the assembled group. To learn more about Browne’s Farm House follow on Facebook or check out www.selfcat e r i n g d u n g a r va n . c o m . Maria's website is www.theseagardener.ie SCÉIM SPARÁNACHTA SNA HEALAÍON Tá iarratais á lorg i gcomhair Scéim Sparánachta sna hEalaíon, scéim atá dírithe ar thacaíocht a chur ar fáil d’ealaíontóirí i bhforbairt a gceird. Tá an scéim seo curtha ar fáil ag Ealaín na Gaeltachta. Is é an spriocdháta ná Dé hAoine 6ú Samhain. Is féidir tuilleadh eolais maidir le foirm iarratais, critéar srl. ar fáil ón Áisitheoir Ealaíon, Eibhlín de Paor tríd glaoch a chuir uirthi ar (066) 9150100/(026) 45366 nó rphost chuig e.depaor@udaras.ie Ealaíon na Gaeltachta are looking for applications for an Arts Bursary Scheme. The deadline for applications is Friday 6th November. Further information: call Eibhlín de Paor on (066) 9150100 / (026) 45366 or Email: e.depaor@udaras.ie SPRAOI Beidh Spraoi ag teacht le

Maria Power - Garraíodóir na Mara ag Brownes Farm House. chéile gach Aoine sa Halla ó 10 r.n. - 12 meanlae Carn spraoi agus spórt do thuismitheoirí agus páistí. Fáilte roimh cách! Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 087 7479428. Spraoi, Parent and Toddler group will meet every Friday in the Halla from 10am -12 pm. Plenty of fun activities for all! Tel 087 7479428. GLÓR TEAGHLAIGH DHÚN GARBHÁN Beidh grúpa dátheangach do thuismitheoirí agus leanaí ar siúl ag Ghlór na nGael gach Céadaoin san Ionad Pobail & Óige i nDún Garbhán ó 10.30 in go dtí 12 meanlae Deis do theaghlaigh Gaeilge teacht lena chéile agus naisc a chothú agus a láidriú. Deis do theaghlaigh nach bhfuil Gaeilge in úsáid acu faoi láthair í a fhoghlaim is a úsáid i slí nádúrtha i suíomh compordach agus tacúil. Tuilleadh eolais ar fáil ó Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Fáilte roimh chách. A bilingual Parent antdToddler group will meet each Wednesday in the Glór na nGael Community and Youth centre in Dungarvan from 10:30 am to 12 pm. This is an opportunity for families with Irish to get together and develop their

connections with each other. It is also an opportunity for families without Irish to learn and use Irish in a comfortable and natural setting. Further information available from Cabríní de Barra 058 24642 / 083 4455914. Bígí Linn! REILIG AN tSLÉIBHE Tá an Coiste Fáilte i nGaeltacht na nDéise i mbun taighde ar stair Reilig an tSléibhe, reilig a théann siar chuig aimsir an Gorta Mór. Má tá eolas ar bith agat faoi stair na háite sin, beidh an Coiste Fáilte buíoch as teagmháil a dhéanamh leo agus an t-eolas sin a roinnt. Is féidir teagmháil a dhéanamh leo ag 058 46664 nó ag cfdeise@gmail.com An Coiste Fáilte in Gaeltacht na nDéise are researching the history of Reilig an tSléibhe, a graveyard that goes back to the time of the Famine. If you have any information about the history of this site, An Coiste Fáilte would be grateful if you contacted them to share this information. You can contact them at 058 46664 or at cfdeise@gmail.com. SEIRBHÍS DOCHTÚRA Bíonn an Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú ag feidhmiú ón Ionad Pobail na Rinne gach

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Máirt agus Déardaoin ó 911 ar maidin. Dr Gráinne Ní Fhoghlú will be available for appointments in the Health Centre in Ionad Pobail na Rinne on Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 9 am – 11 am. CUMANN NAOMH UINSEANN DE PÓL / SVP Má theastaíonn ó éinne teagmháil a dhéanamh le Cumann Naomh Uinseann de Pól sa cheantar, is féidir teacht orthu ag (058) 46125 nó 085-1422902. The contact numbers for the An Rinn/An tSean Phobail branch of St Vincent de Paul are (058) 46125 or 085-1422902. MEÁIN SHÓISIALTA / TEAGMHÁIL / CONTACT Is féidir an nuacht is déanaí agus eolas faoi imeachtaí a bheidh ar siúl sa Rinn agus sa Sean Phobal a fháil ar an leathanach Facebook atá ag an gComhlucht Forbartha – www.facebook.com/comhl ucht.forbartha agus táimid ar fáil ar twitter anois chomh maith – @cfdeise. If anybody has events / news to be included in Nótaí na Gaeltachta, send them to cfdeise@gmail.com or 05846664.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Ballinameela BOOKING THE HALL There is still some available slots for the evenings, so if you would like to start your own in-door soccer games for the Winter or other activity you can book the hall through our new booking officer – Alison Curran 087-8289147. The centre is also a great place for kids parties etc. and can be rented for €30. Anyone renting the hall, please pay the person who opens up the hall for you and please take away your own rubbish. If you are borrowing anything from the hall, these must be booked through our booking officer Alison Curran. Each month, someone on the committee is responsible for opening and closing the hall, for the month of October it’s Alison Maher who can be contacted on 087 2879429. Current events on in the hall and local community: FINISK VALLEY AC UPDATE: Well done to all the club members who took part in the County XC Championships in St. Augustines over the last two weekends. The Munster XC Championships are next on the list, best of luck for those taking part. Training times and venue has changed for the next few weeks to Wednesday and Friday in the Parish Field in Aglish 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm. The minimum age limit for Cross Country training is 7 years old. Athletes age 5 to 6 will return for indoor training after the Hallowe’en break, Minimum age limit is 5 years old (child needs to be school going). UPCOMING EVENTS Sunday, October 25th Munster Even Ages XC Championships (Waterford) Sunday, November 8th Munster Uneven ages XC Championships (Beaufort,

Co. Kerry) Sunday, November 15th County B XC Championships and Relay Trials in St. Augustines. If you would like to get involved in the club we would be delighted with your support, all are welcome. BALLINAMEELA ADULT & TODDLER GROUP Meets every Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. in the Halla of Whitechurch National School. New parents, childminders, grandparents with toddlers very welcome. For more information contact Janice on 087 9718945. BADMINTON If you fancy a socialable game of badminton come along to Ballinameela Community Centre on Tuesday nights from 8 to 10 p.m. If interested contact Mairead at 087 7681975. BALLINAMEELA FOROIGE Ballinameela Foroige club meet in the hall at 7 pm on Thursdays. The club urgently needs volunteer leaders to help supervise at the weekly meetings. Could you spare one hour for about eight Thursdays in the year, we operate a rota system for leaders, so you will not be required to attend all the meetings. If anyone would like more information or is interested in getting involved please call or text Moya 0876356478. Foroige is a great initiative for teens in our community, so we would urge anyone who can help out to consider getting involved. COMMUNITY ALERT There is a Community Alert text system in place text your name and mobile number to this number: 087 3538347. It works in two ways, firstly a message regarding any suspicious activity is sent to your phone so you can be on the look-out. Secondly, you can send

details of suspicious activity to this number where it will be re-sent around to the community and to the Gardai who treat it as serious and act immediately. Follow on facebook www.facebook.com/parish .communityalert.ie AGLISH FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k will now take place every Monday and Thursday night at 7.15 p.m. Please note no running on Tuesday at the moment. New members always welcome. Further details on Facebook Aglish Fun Run email aglishfunrun@gmail.c om WOODLAND LADYBIRDS, BROWNIES & GUIDES VILLIERSTOWN Local branch of The Irish Girl Guides - Ladybirds, Brownies & Guides meet every Thursday in Villierstown. Please contact leaders if your daughter is interested in joining. We are always looking for adult leaders and helpers. HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS PARTY A children's Hallowe’en fancy dress party will be held in Villierstown Church on Saturday, October 31st from 5 pm to 7 pm. All are welcome. This is a free event, so bring some treats or goodies if you have them please. DJ, games and face painting, tea and coffee for the parents while you wait for your child (all children must be accompanied by an adult). BALLINAMEELA LOTTO RESULTS 19th OCTOBER, 2015 Winning numbers were: 1, 2, 28. No winner. €20 winners: Rosemary Quinn, Garryduff; Jack Griffin, Knocknaskeigh; Jim Bray, Cappoquin; Caroline Quinn, c/o Welcome Inn; Derry Twomey, c/o Park Hotel. Next week’s jackpot €1,400 and will take place in the Kereen Bar.

THE POPE OF HOPE I'm sick of sport. This week has been another chapter in the history of Irish International teams who 'flattered to deceive'. All the analysts discuss the reasons for our failures and our talent for snatching defeat from the jaws of victory. "The climate was against us.", "We had a lot of injuries and suspensions", "They had nicer jerseys than we did". "Somebody forgot to leave the light on when the players were sleeping", "An armadillo burped in Mexico." We failed, simply because we didn't want to attack the game.The mind set seems to be don't attack them 'coz they might get annoyed". It’s an insidious circle where managers don't have confidence in their players and players lose confidence in themselves. Then the fans lose confidence in the management who retreat even further into their shell. No confidence, no imagination. One of the most interesting characters to land on these shores is a New Zealander named Brent Pope. A former rugby player and coach who loves the game but doesn't subscribe to the blind machismo of the sport. A much loved pundit and

journalist in this country, "Popey" has written children’s books and is the ambassador for as many charities as you could shake a stick at. Not satisfied with being a promoter and fundraiser, Brent likes to be involved with the day to day reality of the people for whom the charities do such sterling work. One of the areas that are closest to his own heart is mental health and wellbeing. Recently, Popey made a documentary for RTE about Outsider Art. This is art by artists who are not mainstream or commercial. This art is by people who have had a lot of challenges in their lives. This is not to be confused with TD Paudie Coffey's recent statement that 'there is no housing crisis but a housing challenge' (very retro p.c., Paudie). These are people with real challenges in life; homelessness, drug and alcohol addictions, mental health issues, autism, and many other problems and disabilities. In many of these cases, people hit rock bottom before they either discover or are given the opportunity to participate in the creative arts. Art has become life changing, life giving and life affirming for these people. Suddenly they realise that "different" is a positive thing.

Brent Pope searched the country for these artists. What he found was overwhelming. People who were considered marginal had now found their niche and wanted to show it off. Now somebody with an international profile was taking them seriously and organizing a showcase for their wares. The Doorway Gallery, 24 South Frederick street in Dublin was the venue attended by the great and the good. Included in the capacity crowd was Dublin Artist RASHER (Mark Kavanagh) whose work has been bought by such luminaries as Hollywood film stars and the Jordanian Royal family. Another welcome visitor to the opening night of the show was Steve Lazarides, a professional photographer and the agent for the artist known as Banksy. Throughout the night lit-

tle red dots started appearing around the gallery. It wasn't the sign of rusting pipes but of a large quantity of sales. Steve Lazarides also offered to bring the works to London for a showing. It was a night of spectacular success for all concerned. All this happened because people who lived on the edge of society were encouraged to be themselves and express their individuality. It is such a pity that in other areas of Irish society, flair and creativity are stifled and discouraged. Ballinameela Creatives meet every Thursday night at The Nook in Modeligo. Paula, don't forget the milk. OR you can find us on Facebook. Iconic musician Stevie Wonder said, "just because a man lacks the use of his eyes doesn't mean he lacks vision."

Kilmacthomas BIRTHDAY WISHES Congratulations to Donna Fitzgerald, Riverview Estate, Kilmacthomas on celebrating her 30th birthday on Saturday night last with a party for family and friends in Danny's Lounge, Kilmacthomas. Donna and all her friends enjoyed the night. SPONSORED WALK The sponsored walk in aid of Irish Cancer Society, Action Breast Cancer campaign which took place on

Saturday last organised by your local Centra Store was well supported and raised much needed funds for this worthy cause. Thanks to Pat Phelan who once again did a splendid job in organising a fun day for the whole family and help raise funding for a worthy cause. VOLUNTEERS St Vincent de Paul requires volunteers. The society provides an extensive array of services to people in need. Do you have a

few hours to spare?. Further information contact 051 857112 or visit our website www.svp.ie. LOTTO RESULTS Results of the Kilmacthomas AFC lotto draw for Saturday 17 th October, letters drawn B, D, O, R. No jackpot winner. Five winners of €20 each to: Mary Dee, Kilmacthomas; John Cheasty, Kill; Tracey Whelan, Kilmacthomas; Marie Dee, Clonea and Mary B. Bowdren,

Kilmacthomas. Next week’s jackpot €3,500 be in to win. WHIST Results of the Ballylaneen Whist Club for Monday, 12th October, Eric Townsend, Josie Wells, Linda Dempsey, Helen Harris, Monica Gough, Carol Anne Wilkins, Peggy O'Callaghan, Maudie Cusack, Nicola Carroll, Mary Blackmore and Mary Walsh. Raffle winners Mary Walsh, Eric Townsend and Carol Anne Wilkins.

Ballyduff Comhaltas The U-13 St. Oliver girls football team who were narrowly beaten in the County final against Ballysaggart.

CCÉ BALLYDUFF / BALLINVELLA / BALLYSAGGART The AGM of the Comhaltas Branch in Ballyduff will take place in The Log Cabin on Wednesday next, October 28th, at 9.00 p.m. All members are invited to attend. It is very important that parents of children who are attending the music and dance classes should come along on the night

to support the work of our local branch. SET DANCING CLASSES The set dancing classes are progressing well and anyone interested in taking part can come along to the following sessions: Tuesday at 7.00 p.m. in Araglen, Friday at 9.00 p.m. (teenagers and older) & Saturday at 10.00 a.m. in Ballyduff.

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Kilrossanty EVENT On Sunday, 25th October at 3 pm a commemorative event will be held in the old graveyard Kilrossanty to mark the occasion of the anniversary of the American Civil War. All are welcome. Chairman of the Comeragh district Cllr. Liam Brazil will give the opening address. I.C.A. The Monthly meeting was held last Monday night, a good crowd attended. Lots of topics were discussed. A Day tour is being planned for 18th November to the Arboretum, Carlow if

enough people are interested. Non members very welcome. If interested please contact Kay Veale or Molly Casey as soon as possible. Our guest speaker on the night was John Hobbs, husband of our esteemed member, who died during the year. Bernie was Treasurer of the Guild at the time of her death and secretary of the Federation. John spoke about Bernie’s time in the I.C.A and what I.C.A did for Bernie. Bernie is missed in Federation and Guild and will never be forgotten.

Thanks John for the memories and also for the raffle prizes. Raffle prizes were won by Molly Casey, Martina Peiclier, and Marjorie Keane. Christmas raffle tickets are on sale at present with good prizes. More details at a later stage. BINGO Bingo on Friday 30th, October in Crotty’s Inn at 8.30 pm prize money €1,200 DEISE DRAW Deise Draw on 30th, October. All outstanding money to be paid up before this draw as it’s the last draw in the series.

Modeligo INTERMEDIATE HURLERS Lots of good wishes from near and far for the hurlers on Sunday next. What a momentous occasion it promises to be. There'll be plenty to read about it in the sports pages, so all I'll write about it here is on behalf of your loyal supporters the very best of luck. MODELIGO STUDENTS Congrats to some past

pupils of Modeligo NS who who recently won achievement awards. Ann Marie O'Brien, Carrowgariffe won the highest achiever award at Blackwater College; also at Blackwater, Ashleigh Dalton, (Graiguemore) was awarded the Astrophysics scholarship, while Ciara McCarthy, Bawnavinoge was gold medallist in Social and scientific. Maria O'Donovan, Carrigaun was selected as 6th year Student

of the Year at St. Augustine's and is attending Mary Immaculate College, Limerick. MINI LOTTO Last Saturday night’s numbers: 12, 13 and 29. No jackpot winner. Bernie O'Neill Modeligo; Noel O'Malley, Clashmore; Kris, c/o Tom O'Brien and Catherine McCarthy, Coolaneen were the €25 lucky dip winners. Next week's jackpot will be €2,400. Beir bua.

Ballysaggart LADIES CLUB Ballysaggart Ladies Club held their AGM on Monday October 12th.The election of club officers was held on the night which resulted in Bridie Murphy, Chairperson; Maureen Fennessy, Treasurer and Mary Glavin, Secretary being re-elected for another term. It was then down to business with ideas and plans for the coming year being discussed. On Monday November 9th the first guest speaker of the year will attend the Community Centre at 8:00. It is Psychotherapist Eamonn Keane M.I.G.C.

M.P.P.S. who has a practice in the Health Clinic, Tournore, Abbeyside and also presents a weekly feature on WLR FM. Eamonn will deliver a presentation on a wide variety of topics/issues concerning all age groups and will also be available for a one-to-one question and answer session. This evening is open to all to attend and non-members will be particularly welcome, it is a great opportunity to meet such an expert in the field of psychotherapy. NEW ARRIVAL Congratulations to Rob

and Valerie Lenihan on the birth of their baby boy recently. Wishing you all health and happiness for the future. COMMUNITY COUNCIL 45 CARDS RESULTS 1st: Mary Power and Ber Coughlan. 2nd: Eddie Sheehan and Helen Morrissey. Delia Cashell and Rita Doocey. Dan Howard and Fionnula Hynes. Lucky Tables: Pat O'Connor and Pat Kirby. Dan Howard and Fionnula Hynes. Tickets: Mary Whelan, Ber Coughlan and Delia Cashell.

West Waterford Walk WALK in aid of The O'Donnell House Fire and Saint Carthage’s House, Lismore. Buses leaving The Lismore Hotel Car Park at 9.30 a.m. on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th October, to Mount Melleray Gates where the walk will commence at 10.00 a.m.

Refreshments will be served along the route and on completion of the walk there will be light refreshments served in The Lismore House Hotel. Buses will be available to transport people back to Melleray after the walk.

HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE: 1st ‘St Fin Barre’s, Cork by Kieran Russell.

DEISE Camera Club was packed to the rafters again for our October monthly meeting. Delighted to have you all here, especially our new members, who are benefitting from all the great trips and hands-on tutorials over the past few months! The standard of photography is immense! GUEST VISITOR – RONAN McLAUGHLIN We had an exciting guest visitor at our meeting, Ronan McLaughlin Photography, talking about his love of capturing Native Birds and Wildlife but more especially his award winning Astrophotography. Originally born and bred in Malin Head, Co. Donegal and now based in Cobh, Co. Cork, Ronan is leading the way in capturing magnificent images of The Milky Way and the

Northern Lights. He is very generous in giving tips and knowledge in all aspects of his work and we are excitedly looking forward to putting his factsheet into practice. His work is all captured on the island of Ireland and certainly inspires us to take a closer look at the amazing wealth of wildlife and dark skies we have around us waiting to be explored. CLUB COMPETITION The theme for October was Historical Architecture. We had a wonderful collection of entries making it difficult to decide between them. Congratulations to Kieran Russell achieving first and third place with his entries, St. Fin Barre’s Cathedral, Cork, and Curraghmore House, Waterford, respectively, also well done to Vincent

HISTORICAL ARCHITECTURE: 2nd ‘Fortification Tower, France’ by Vincent Morrissey.

Morrissey taking 2nd place with Fortification Tower, France. Theme for November is SHADOWS. Be sure and grab the rays when the sun shines! Maybe there are some alternative ideas out there for making shadows! Expecting some creative entries for this one again!! LOOKING FOR A CLUB TO JOIN Deise Camera Club is a group to be recognised as a progressive happy group who welcome new members anytime. Our door is always open! We recently welcomed more new members to the club and there is room for more! Why not consider joining us and taking your photography skills to the next level. Did you check out all the classes offering tutorials in photography and pro-

cessing images in your local colleges? Might be a great opportunity to further your skills! NEXT MEETING Next club meeting is 10th November at 7.30 p.m. in Town Hall Theatre, Dungarvan. Members are reminded to check out emails and FLICKR for upcoming club activities, field trips and Tech night. Busy times but so much better when you are enjoying it with friends! Check us out on FACEBOOK, DEISE CAMERA CLUB DUNGARVAN and see what our members get up to! Thanks to all you who have found us already, we appreciate your time and interest. You can also view our website at www.deisecameraclub.com You can contact us by emailing deisecameraclub@gmail.com

Dungarvan Toastmasters OPEN MEETING 22nd October, 2015 The new season is underway at Dungarvan Toastmasters. A number of new members have joined for the 2015-2016 season. The club will hold an Open Meeting this Thursday, 22nd of October.This is a great opportunity to view the format of a toastmasters meeting and see how it can help you develop your presentation and communications skills. The members of Dungarvan Toastmasters take part for

a wide variety of reasons. Some people wish to improve the skills in delivering a formal or informal speech. It is an ideal opportunity to practice and fine hone presentation skills for roles at work or voluntary organisations. A number of members come along just to listen to the informative and entertaining speeches. The club is part of the broader Toastmasters International organisation.This ensures that there are formal methodologies and processes in place

for members to follow the communications or leadership track. New members receive a speech manual which contains their first 10 projects. Each speaker receives feedback after delivering a speech which helps them to further improve their communications skills. The club meets at 8 pm in the Park Hotel on the second and fourth Thursday each month. Everyone is welcome and we look forward to more new members after the open night.

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West Waterford CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG PLOUGHING MATCH The Annual Clashmore / Kinsalebeg Ploughing Match is being held on this Sunday, 25th October, on the lands of Bobby and Maryanne Connery, Rath, Kinsalebeg. Competitions will commence at 11 am. Entries for all classes must be made in advance on or before Wednesday, October 21st with the Secretary David McGrath Phone: 086-2607534. PARISH OF AGLISH – BALLINAMEELAMOUNT STUART Novena for the dead November 14th –22nd Our Novena for the Dead takes place from November 14th to 22nd. We will have special remembrance Masses in Ballinameela on Wednesday, November 18th and in Aglish on Friday, November 20th. PIONEERS CENTRE RE-ACTIVATED Pioneers Centre 2273 has been re-activated in head office. It is hoped to have a Special Mass with cert. and pins given out in the new year Any one interested please hand in your name to the sacristy. YOUTH LITURGY GROUP A Youth Liturgy Group has been established in the parish It is hoped to formalise this group within the next few weeks in Aglish and Ballinameela. We need contact parents; the Director is Caroline O’Connor. BAPTISM DATES The following are the dates for Baptisms in the Parish November – Ballinameela, Saturday 7th 5.30 pm & Aglish Sunday 29th 12.15 pm December Ballinameela Saturday 12th 5.30 pm & Aglish Sunday 20th. WOODLAND [VILLERSTOWN] LADYBIRDS, BROWINES & GUIDES Weekly Meetings The local branch of The Irish Girl Guides Ladybirds, Browines & Guides meet every Thursday in Villierstown. Please contact leaders in your daughter interested in joining.

We are always looking for adult leaders and helpers. HALLOWE’EN FANCY DRESS PARTY Children's Hallowe’en fancy dress party will be held in Villierstown Church on Saturday, October 31st from 5 pm to 7 pm. All are welcome. This is a free event so bring some treats or goodies if you have them please. DJ, Games and face painting, tea and coffee for the parents while you wait for your child (all children must be accompanied by an adult). CLASHMORE COMMUNITY ALERT The next meeting of Clashmore Community Alert will be held on Tuesday, November 4th at 8.00 pm in the “Heritage Centre” and all are welcome. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS ALPHA LOTTO - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19th This week’s letters drawn in the Clashmore Ramblers Alpha Lotto draws were P, R, E, L there was no jackpot winner. Next week’s jackpot will be €5,450. €20 each goes to: Colette Foley, Nora Daly. Well done to all our winners and thanks to everyone for your continued support. FAI DRAW FAI draw tickets on sale at just €10 a ticket first prize car plus numerous other prizes can be bought from any committee member – if you are not in you can’t win. FIT4LIFE Aglish Fit4Life & Couch to 5k will now take place every Monday and Thursday night at 7.15. Please note no running on Tuesday at the moment. New members always welcome. CLASHMORE & PILTOWN PARISH STATIONS The Annual Celebration of Station Masses in homes throughout the Parish has commenced. If you wish to host the station Mass in your area please contact Fr. Maurice O’Gorman. He really appreciates the co-operation of everyone who hosts the stations and all who attend which helps keep a

beautiful tradition going strong in our parish. Special thanks to everyone who hosts the stations. CLASHMORE AND KINSALEBEG COMMUNITY COUNCIL Upcoming events: Ideas for a new Business? The Enterprise Day is taking place at the Blackwater Garden Centre on the 31st October. Local businesses will be displaying their wares and there will be family entertainment including a Hallowe’en Fancy Dress Competition along with refreshments. Jillian O'Brien from Waterford Area Partnership will be there to talk about grants, mentoring and assistance for new and existing businesses along with practical tips for moving your business forward. FILM CLUB The first meeting of the Film Club will take place at the Blackwater Garden Centre on Friday, 23rd October at 7.30 pm. Entry for adults only is €10 and this includes home made sweets and treats. The film is Chef starring Jon Gavreau and it is described as a “feel-good comedy”. WALKING GROUP -The following are our weekly meeting times for our walking group. Monday - 7.30 pm Walk from Clashmore Church. Tuesday - 9.30 am Walk from Clashmore Church. Wednesday - 7.30 pm Walk from Piltown Church. Please come along. KINSALEBEG HALL Just a few dates for your diary - Our Christmas cooking will take on the 3rd, 10th and 17th November. Also this year we will have our Flower Arranging on the 15th, December. So lots to look forward to we will have more details later, looking forward to meeting you all again this year. MUSIC AWARDS The 7th Annual Social Dancing Music Awards takes place at the Walter Raleigh Hotel, Youghal on Monday night, November 2nd doors open at 7.30 pm. All are welcome, more details next week.

MONSTER BINGO Just a little reminder of our upcoming Monster Bingo which takes place in Ardmore on Sunday, November 22nd at 3.00 pm and your support will be very much apprecaited. CLASHMORE RAMBLERS SOCCER Under 15 Girls Soccer Clashmore Ramblers girls soccer is back and we are looking for two or more girls to complete our under 15 panel so if your daughter was born in the year 2001/ 2002 and interested in playing please contact P. J. on (087) 2185136. 45 DRIVE Top prize winners on Monday, October 19th night’s 45 drive at the Decies Bar in Clashmore were Martin Lynch and Pat O’Halloran on ten games. In second place on nine games we had Podge Cunningham and Noel Nugent. In third place on eight games we had Aine Curran and Liam Curran. Best of the last five were Margaret and Una Leahy and our lucky last game winners were Gabriel Hynes and Tony Keane. With Winter time upon us again we would like to remind all our players we are starting our weekly drive at 9.00 pm sharp from next Monday night onwards. Please, please make an effort to be on time. SYMPATHY On behalf of all the Clashmore 45 drive players deepest sympathy is extended to Kathleen Osborne and all her family on the death of her brother Tony Linneen, Wexford. May he rest in peace CLASHMORE – KINSALEBEG GAA LOTTO €2,600 Our weekly Clashmore – Kinsalebeg GAA Club lotto draw took place on Monday night, October 19th.We had no match four winner in this week’s draw, so next week our jackpot will be €2,600, when our draw will take place at the Ole Mill. Our numbers on Monday night were 6, 21, 23, 30. Well done to the following that were winners of €20 spot prizes this week: Jack Douris, Mary O’Brien, Grange; Liam Dunne, Cathy Marks, Mary Curran, Decies Bar.

Gold Coast Golf Club President’s Prize to the Ladies Tony Sheehan, President presents his prize to the winner, Elaine Goss. Included is Gillian Cashman, Lady Captain. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Lismore Golf Club 18 Hole V Par Kindly Sponsored by Tallow Area Credit Union. Front Row Left to Right: Marty Power (Sponsor Tallow Area Credit Union) 1st Adam Whelan, 2nd Eddie Fraher. Back Row, Left to Right: Sean Daly, 3rd Mike Keane, 4th Paddy O’Leary.

Youghal Greyhound Stadium A BUSY Bank Holiday of racing is in store at Youghal Greyhound Stadium to kick-start your Hallowe’en this Friday, 23rd October. On the track the final of the Southern Sprint takes place alongside the final of the Rising Kennels spon-

sored unraced stake. In conjunction with this, Youghal Track Supporters Club will hold their annual free Hallowe’en themed family fun night. A spooktacular night of fun and racing is guaranteed for all the family. Hallowe’en costumes are a must.

There is free entry to racing for all the family for this special Hallowe’en event and prizes are on offer for the best Hallowe’en costumes. This Hallowe’en themed event includes free special Hallowe’en treats for all the kids.

Lismore Golf Club 18 Singles Stroke (GOY) Albert Corcoran Memorial Trophy. Front Row Left to Right: 1st Paddy O’Leary, Jamie Corcoran, Frankie Corcoran. Back Row Left to Right: Gross Colm Burke, Sean Daly (Captain), Adam Whelan for Dean Whelan 2nd.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

SCOIL MHUIRE, ABBEYSIDE

Parents’ Association AGM

Members of our new Green Schools Committee – Back row: Barbara Jevgenjevaite, Savannah Moore, Sarah Power, Angelina Chizikova, Mary Burke. Middle row: Aoife Fitzgerald, Holly Power, Rebecca Loftus, Tieghan Young. Front row: Brandon Nolan, Daniel Healy, Ryan Shepherd.

THE Scoil Mhuire Parents’ Association AGM took place on Wednesday, 7th October. The new committee started the year by thanking the previous committee, many of whom had taken leading roles for several years, running funding activities that made the new school extension and halla possible along with running many fun events and initiatives during the year. The 2015/’16 Parents Association will once again be involved with organising many activities throughout the school year with the dual purpose of raising some funds and running enjoyable child-centred activities for those attending the school. The first event on the Scoil Mhuire

calendar is the 3rd Class Quiz. Teams of 4 are invited to attend from 3rd class from any school. It will be on Wednesday, 11th November from 7.15 p.m.-9 p.m. Tickets cost €4 per child or €16 for a team of 4, and that includes a free strip of raffle tickets for each child. There are no further costs during the night.The quizzes are always great fun for all involved and we are very grateful to David Walsh Office Supplies, Eason and Liam Rossiter Meats for their sponsorship of the Quiz and raffles prizes. The 4th Class Quiz will be held on Wednesday, December 2nd and for that also we issue an invitation to all 4th class kids to bring a team from

their school to test their knowledge. Times and ticket prizes as above. The schools annual Bag2school collection will take place on November 24th this year. Bags will be sent home with kids and we are very grateful for all donations (except for bedding and curtains), which help us to raise funds to put back into the school and the kids. More events in the coming year will include the Christmas and Easter raffles; the annual Valentines cake sale and the 5th and 6th class quizzes. If you are a parent in the school and would like to help out with any of the Parents Association events, please contact the school or any of the new committee.

ST. MARY’S NATIONAL SCHOOL

Green Schools A NEW Green Schools committee has been chosen in St. Mary's to work on getting our 6th Green Fag for Global Citizenship Litter & Waste. JUNIOR INFANTS Junior Infants were just like the Little Red Hen last week as we baked our own bread in school. Unlike the Little Red Hen, we all shared the freshly baked bread and it was delicious!!!

The New Scoil Mhuire Parents Association, getting to work planning this year’s activities.

S.N. NA RINNE

Fáilte go dtí an chéad Nuachtlitir ó S.N. na Rinne

Jamie adding some ingredients.

Abby adding the final ingredient.

Enjoying our freshly baked bread.

FÁILTE go dtí an chéad Nuachtlitir ó S.N. na Rinne. Tá súil againn go mbainfidh sibh taitneamh as. DEIREADH RÉ TÚS RÉ Cuirimid fáilte roimh páistí Naíonáin Bheaga agus roimh Múinteoir Áine. Tá córas rolla nua againn atá ar an ríomhaire anois. Fuair Mary oifig deas nua di féin. Tá cluichí

nua leagtha amach sa chlós agus tá na páistí go léir ag baint taitneamh astu. CÚRSAÍ SPÓIRT Bhí Corn Jack McGrath, a bhuaigh foireann chamógaíochta Port Láirge agus an Corn a bhuaigh foireann chamógaíochta na Rinne istigh linn le déanaí. Táimid an – ghnóthach ag imirt le foireann na scoile agus leis an

gclub. COMÓRADH 1916 Lé déanaí tháinig triúr ó Óglaigh na hÉireann go dtí an scoil agus bronnadh Bratach Naisiúnta agus cóip d’fhorógra Phoblacht na hÉireann orainn.Tá sé seo ag tarlú ar fud na tíre mar chuid de Chomóradh Céad Bliain Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916.

Brett Egan is shown receiving a presentation from Ardmore N.S in recognition of his fantastic achievements in Kickboxing. Ardmore N.S would like to take this opportunity to wish Brett every success in Spain in November where he will fight to defend his European title.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

ST. AUGUSTINE’S COLLEGE

Devereux Cup Champions 2015 CONGRATULATIONS to our golfers who successfully defended their title of Devereux Cup Champions having defeated the CBS in a close fought contest. Many thanks to the Gold Coast Golf Club where the event took place on Friday, October 9th. Congrats to all including team coach, Mr Donal Williams. Team: Eoin Conway, Michael Lenihan, Jake O’Riordan, Daniel Raher, Johnnie Treen, Séanie Lenihan, Ethan Raher, Conor Foley, Paddy Dwane, Barry Morrissey, Niall Buckley and Seán Kent. HALLOWE’EN STUDY Mid-Term supervised study is available to all students over the October break. Application forms are available from Ms. McGann. GAA NEWS Members of the All-Ireland Intermediate Ladies Football Champions paid us a visit on Tuesday, October 13th, bringing with them the Mary Quinn Cup. It was a great opportunity for our students to meet and greet team members, Katie Hannon, Katie McGrath, Pat Sullivan (Team Manager) and, of course, our own Megan Dunford (6th Year). Príomhoide Ailbhe Ní Neachtain congratulated the girls and their manager on their wonderful achievement and wished them every success in the future. First Round Victory in Senior "B" Hurling Championship St. Augustine’s 8-6; Hospital 6-5. On Wednesday, 14th October, the Senior hurlers travelled to Kildorrery for the first round of the hurling championship against Hospital of Limerick. Captained by Dylan Guiry, the Friary started

Many congratulations to Molly Shrubb (2.4) who cut her hair for charity and in doing so raised €2,500 for charity. Well done Molly.

well hitting four first half goals, two of them coming from Mick Devine. At the half way mark The Friary lead 4-4 to 23.Tempers started to flare in the second half resulting in one of the Hospital players being dismissed. However, as often happens this gelled the Hospital team whose work rate increased and made Friary work hard for victory to the end. On a day when points were limited, The Friary hit more four more goals in the second half to run out winners on a scoreline of 8-6 to 6-5. Congratulations to all the team and team coaches Mr. Jason Forrestall and Ms. Lisa Hanrick. ROINN NA GAEILGE – BLIAIN GHNÓTHACH ROMHAINN! Tá a lán gníomhaíochtaí beartaithe ag Roinn na Gaeilge i gColáiste Aibhistín i mbliana, agus tá cuid mhaith den obair cheana féin faoi lán seol. Tá breis is dhá chéad dalta (an Chéad agus an Dara bliain ar fad) cláraithe anois don lá mór náisiúnta ar a dtugtar GAEILGE 24, a bheidh á reachtáil i mbliana ar an 10ú Samhain, seachtain tar éis go bhfillfimid ón mbriseadh lártéarma. GAEILGE 24 is a nationwide initiative, now in its fourth year, where 40,000 second-level students from 400 schools around the country will

commit to speaking only in Irish for 24 hours. During the mid-term break they will collect a little sponsorship to help allay the cost of their t-shirts, wristbands and to help the ongoing work of Conradh na Gaeilge in promoting the Irish language. A number of funfilled events ‘trí Ghaeilge’ will be held in the school on that day with First and Second Year students taking part. Ar an gcéad lá de mhí na Nollag beidh an compántas aisteoireachta High Rock Productions ag teacht chun ceardlanna a reachtáil don Séú bliain ar Shraitheanna Pictiúr na hArdteiste. Bígí ag faire ar an spás seo ar mhaithe le breis eolais maidir le himeachtaí eile i rith na bliana.

Ina measc beidh: Turas Bhliain 5 & 6 chuig an dráma ‘An Triail’ i Luimneach; Ciorcal Comhrá Gaeilge am lóin don Chéad bhliain; Comórtaisí Díospóireachta; Seó Bóthair Chonradh na Gaeilge ag teacht go Dúngarbhán; An Teastas Eorpach Gaeilge san Idirbhliain; Comórtas Ceapadóireachta i rith Sheachtain na Gaeilge chun Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916 a cheiliúradh agus go leor, leor eile. Ar aghaidh linn, ní neart go cur le chéile! PARENTS' ASSOCIATION AGM St. Augustine's College Parents' Association AGM takes place on Wednesday, October 21st, 2015, at 7:30 p.m. in the college. All are welcome.

A group of Transition Year students at Coumshingaun last week.

BLACKWATER COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Hallowe’en Quiz Bean Áine Uí Fhoghlú le daltaí ón rang 1.1: Cara Ní Dhuinn; Róisín Ní Urnaí; Alicia Nic Giolla Phádraig; Dylan Ó hAille, Adam de Barra agus Alan Ó Dúnchoille.

BEST of luck to all involved in the Primary School Hallowe’en table Quiz which takes place this Thursday night at 7.00 p.m. This quiz is open to pupils from 5th and 6th class in our primary schools. CAMOGIE Our junior team played Drumcollogher on Monday and unfortunately they suffered defeat against the much stronger Limerick side. HARTY CUP Last Wednesday the Harty Cup senior hurlers met De La Salle in the opening match of the Group A championship and victory went to the city team on a score of De La Salle 1-20 to BCS 1-13. The team consisted of Cian O’Byrne (Modeligo), Dylan Mangan (Tallow), Cathal Geary (Tallow), Aaron Whelan (Lismore), Steven Mangan (Ballysaggart), Eoghan Murray, Tom Barron (Fourmilewater), Jack Prendergast (Lismore), Sam Ryan (Ballysaggart), Andrew Casey ( Ballyduff ), Michael O’Brien (Geraldines), Iarlaith Daly (Lismore), Darah Buckley, Aaron O’Sullivan (Cappoquin), Kelvyn O’Farrell (Shamrocks).

THIRD YEAR CSPE Third year classes are travelling to the Garda College and to Collins Barracks as part of their Junior Cert CSPE course with the report written up on the visit forming part of their overall Junior Cert grade. TRANSITION YEAR This group climbed up to Coumshingaun Lake last Friday in glorious sunshine. They also took part in the Car Safety programme and are very busy preparing for their first week of work experience and in setting up mini company enterprises. AMSTERDAM Best of luck to our students in second and third year who are travelling to Amsterdam on a school tour this weekend. MID-TERM BREAK The October mid-term break begins this Friday at 3.35 p.m. and school re-opens on Monday morning, November 2nd. SCHOOL OPEN NIGHT The BCS Open Night for incoming students and their parents/guardians for September 2016 will take place on Tuesday night, November 3rd, at 6.30 p.m.

Harvest Thanksgiving Masses – Pictured with Fr. Matt Cooney, OSA, is Ms. Margo McGann and TY students Sarah Wright, Sinéad Kirwan (back row), Demi Kinghorn and Eric Keating (front) with their display of seasonal fruit and vegetables provided by past pupil Colin Ryan, Ballinacourty.

A group of Transition Year students at Coumshingaun last week.

Road Traffic School – Paul Dalton of “Road Traffic School” with TY 5 students. Paul gave the Transition Year students a very informative workshop on road and driving safety.

A group of Transition Year students at Coumshingaun last week.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

DUNGARVAN CBS

Business Studies – Pictured (l. to r.): Ms. B. Kirwan, Deputy Principal, Rory O’Donovan, Eoin Curran Eoghan Curran, Eoin Ryan and Mr. P. Sheehan, Principal.

Devereux Cup Golfers.

Transition Year students visit the University of Limerick Senior Golf Team (l. to r.): Darragh Herlihy, Luke Cummins, Conor Duggan, Sean Whelan Barrett, Stephen Donovan.

OUR Transition year students along with other senior cycle students recently paid a most enjoyable trip to the University

guidance of Mr. Doran and Mr. Kennedy. On arrival we were treated to a guided tour of the 340 acre campus by Mr. Seamus Harrold, senior technical officer, Department of Engineering. The University of Limerick campus is one of the most beautiful places in Ireland with spacious parkland with tree lined riverside walkways making this visit a most unique experience. Our students were treated to a behind the scenes tour of the vast sporting facilities on offer and even had the opportunity to meet members of the Munster rugby squad who were training at the venue. Next up was a walk over the “living bridge” which links the County Clare and County Limerick parts of the University over the

river Shannon. Once over the bridge all were treated to a visit to the Medical science block to observe students at lectures. To finish off the day Mr. Harrold brought our students to the Engineering and Science block which included a visit to the Engineering workshops to inspect an array of Engineering projects completed by engineering students from various years. Mr. Harrold was a treasure trove of information and ensured that all had a most enjoyable, informative and educational experience on a glorious day at the University of Limerick. EXCELLENCE IN BUSINESS STUDIES Waterford Institute of Technology in association with the Business Studies Teachers Association of Ireland (BSTAI) held a

CBS students visit Engineering Department of the University of Limerick. of Limerick under the

CBS students visit Engineering Department of the University of Limerick.

Jordan Doran, 2nd Year, and his winning entry.

special awards night for secondary school students in the South East Region who received an A grade in Junior Certificate Higher level Business Studies this year. The ceremony, now in its eleventh year, took place Tuesday, 6th October, at the WIT Campus. Four students from Dungarvan CBS received awards on the night, Eoghan Curran, Eoin Curran, Rory O’Donovan and Eoin Ryan. The ceremony celebrated and recognised excellence in Junior Certificate Business Studies. On the evening, students were presented with certificates of achievement, while business teachers, Mr. Collins and Mr. Kiely received a recognition plaque. The evening was an opportunity for parents, teachers and principals to celebrate the success of our students. SENIOR GOLF Senior Golf Tournament took place on the 8th October in West Waterford Golf Club. DEVEREUX CUP The annual Devereux Cup took place on Friday, 9th October, in the Goldcoast Golf Club. Well done to The Friary on retaining their title for 2nd year in a row with a scoreline of 8-5 to 3-5. Thanks to Goldcoast Golf Club for the great condition of the course and Devereux Manshop for their continued support. Congratulations to Jordan Doran, 3rd Year, for receiving First Prize in the Credit Union Art Competition.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

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MEANSCOIL SAN NIOCLAS

Lá Oscailte Mheánscoil san Nioclás, Rinn Ua gCuanach BEIDH na múrtha fáilte roimh chách idir dhaltaí agus thuismitheoirí, freastal ar Lá Oscailte na Meánscoile Dé Sathairn 14 Samhain 2015 ar 10am -12 meánlae. Bí Linn & Fáilte! GRADAIM NA SCOILE Bronnadh Gradaim na Bliana ar dhaltaí as éachtaí a bhain siad amach sular scaramar don Samhradh agus tá liosta agus grian ghrafanna na ndaltaí ar bronnadh Gradaim orthu ar fáil ar shuíomh idirlín Mheánscoil san Nioclás www.meanscoil.com Comhghairdeas ó chroí leis na daltaí go léir. DEBS NA MEÁNSCOILE Bhí oíche go maidin ag daltaí na scoile le déanaí agus ócáid den scoth ag gach aoinne ag na Debs. Chuir Óstán na Páirce béile breá, blasta os comhair cách agus chuir maisiúcháin an tseomra agus rithim an cheoil le draíocht na hoíche. Ach thar aon ní eile, mar is léir ón ngrian ghraf seo, chuir áilleacht agus dathúlacht na ndaltaí ar fad idir mhná agus fhir óga de, gach aoinne faoi gheasa. Ní nach ionadh! Chuir an dea-aoibh agus an cairdeas a bhí san aer go mór le gliondar na hócáide agus oíche dá saol a bhí ann. Comhghairdeas agus buíochas ó chroí le Coiste na Debs a dhein obair na gcapall chun debs den scoth a eagrú agus le Nell Suipéil, rúnaí na scoile a bhí ina crann taca síos tríd. Gura fada buan iad. SCÉALTA EILE D’fhreastail daltaí Eacnamaíocht Bhaile Bliain 5 agus Bliain 6 ar chur i láthair le Michelle Gray, diaitéiteach, i bPort Láirge le déanaí. Labhair Michelle faoi leabhar ‘The First 1000 Days’. Caint iontach shuimiúil a bhí ann ag tabhairt anchuid eolais ar chothú do mhná agus do pháistí óga. Ár mbuíochas le Coiste Cúram Leanaí Phort Láirge Teo a d’eagraigh an chaint agus le Máire Ní Chathasaigh, an múinteoir Eacnamaíocht Bhaile a chuaigh ann i dteannta na ndaltaí.

CÚRSAÍ GAEILGE NA MEÁNSCOILE TEASTAS EORPACH SA GHAEILGE TEG Tá ríméad orainn a fhógairt gur éirigh leis an Meánscoil sa Chomórtas TEG/COGG do

léirigh go leor de na himreoirí eile go bhfuil an-mhianach go deo iontu. Comhghairdeas ó chroí leis an bhfoireann ar fad agus le Neil Mac Diarmada a bhí mar thraenálaí ann ina bhfochair. Beidh lá eile ag an bPaorach……. Bhí mí-ádh ar imreoirí sinsearacha na Meánscoile sa chluiche iomána in aghaidh Mercy Mounthawk, Trá Lí, i Ráth Luirc ar an 14 Deireadh Fómhair ach is cinnte go mbeidh trácht ar roinnt mhaith dár gcuid imreoirí amach anseo. Ní raibh ach dhá chúilín idir an dá fhoireann nuair a séideadh an fheadóg ag deireadh na himeartha, Mercy Mounthawk 1-19 in aghaidh 2-14 ag Meánscoil San Nioclás. Coimeádaigí an misneach! Níl bhur sárú ann!

Diarmuid Mac Fhlannchadha, Bliain 5, le Michael O Brien, Oifigeach Oideachais WWETB & Séamus Pax Ó Faoláin agus an Gradam Ceannródaí na Scoile á bhronÓ Cadhain, Príomhoide Mheánscoil San Nioclás ag tréaslú leis as a chuid éáchtaí sa luthchleas- nadh air ag Liam Suipéil, Cathaoirleach Bhord Bainistíochta Mheánscoil San Nioclás. aíocht. tabharfaidh an bhfoireann raoin is Mheánscoileanna agus dá Mheánscoil Ghlac daltaí na cinn de na cluichí inar imir bhrí sin beidh dhá scór de daltaí Bhliain 3 faoi bhéal- faiche sa Chliathrás 400 m. Meánscoile páirt in Blitz siad. Bhí ardchluiche ar fad Nár laga Dia tú a Peile (F14) i gCarraig an ag Caolán Mac Craith, dhaltaí na scoile idir lucht triail sa Ghaeilge mar chuid na hIdirbhliana agus lucht de scrúdú Gaeilge an Dhiarmuid! Óir le déanaí agus bhuaigh Johnie de Búrca agus Liam BLITZ PEILE FAOI 14 na hArdteiste de, ag tabhairt Teastais Shóisearaigh. Is fiú siad i ndá cheann de thrí Ó hUrmholtaigh agus faoi scrúduithe TEG san 40% de mharcanna iomlána an scrúdú Gaeilge í an Earrach. Tabharfaidh TEG seans Bhéaltriail agus táimid ag iontach dóibh barr feabhais súil go dtabharfaidh sé a chur ar a gcuid Gaeilge aitheantas do na daltaí as agus cáilíocht a bhfuil ardchaighdeán a gcuid aitheantas agus gradam Gaeilge. Go n-éiri go geal idirnáisiúnta ag baint léi, a leo. bhaint amach. Ina theannta CÚRSAÍ SPÓIRT NA sin cuirfidh sé go mór le MEÁNSCOILE dea-iarrachtaí leanúnacha Aitheantas faighte ag na scoile an Ghaeilge a Luthchleasaí ón dhaingniú mar theanga Meánscoil: chumarsáide na scoile agus Tréaslaímid ó chroí le na Gaeltachta. Guímid Diarmaid Mac gach rath orthu san obair Fhlannchadha, Bliain 5 as an atá amach rompu. éacht ollmhór a dhein sé ig Comórtas Luthchleasaíochta BÉALTRIAIL SA na hÉireann le linn an GHAEILGE SA tSamhraidh. TEASTAS “Ag síneadh amach le Ré Ó Ceallaigh ag an gcluiche iománaíochta sínsear in aghaidh Mercy Mounthawk, Trá Lí an tseachtain seo Roghnaíodh Diarmuid SÓISEARACH caite.” Don chéad uair riamh sa mar ionadaí na hÉireann ar

Debs na Meánscoil 2015

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

CARRIGLEA NATIONAL SCHOOL

Múinteoir Máire agus Rang 2 ag bronnadh clogaid agus camáin faoi dhíon ar Mhúinteoir Jen.

National Tree Day – winners of the poetry competition held in Carriglea N.S. to mark National Tree Day with Yvonne Hilliard, Green School Co-ordinator.

NUACHT Ó SCOIL GHARBHÁIN

Clogaid agus Camáin nua le cabhair ana mhór ó Mhúinteor Máire agus Rang 2 BHÍ sceitimíní iontacha orainn go léir nuair a bhronn Rang 2 agus Múinteoir Máire clogaid agus camáin nua faoi dhíon ar an scoil. Bhuaigh Rang 2 €500 i gcomórtas ealaíne san Ionad Siopadóireachta an Nollaig seo caite. Chuir Múinteoir Máire iarratas isteach go dtí an Comhar Creidmheasa ar son na scoile nuair a loiteadh na clogaid ar fad a bhí againn le linn an tSamhraidh de dheasca na droch haimsire. D’éirigh le hiarratas Múinteoir Máire agus bronnadh €200 ar an scoil. Bheartaigh Rang 2 agus Múinteoir Máire go gceannóidís fearas don halla nua. Chuir Coiste na dTuismitheoirí breis leis agus ceannaíodh an treallamh nua. Tá sceitimíní milteacha orainn go

léir ag tnúth go mór leis an treallamh nua a úsáid le Seánaí an tseachtain seo chugainn. Buíochas ó chroí le Rang 2, Múinteoir Máire agus le Coiste na dTuismitheoirí. Buíochas chomh maith leis an Ionad Siopadóireachta agus Comhar Creidmheasa an bhaile. NEW HURLING HELMETS AND INDOOR HURLEYS THANKS TO A BIG HELPING HAND FROM MÚINTEOIR MÁIRE AND RANG 2 We had great excitement when Rang 2 and Múinteoir Máire presented helmets and indoor hurleys to the school. Rang 2 won €500 in the Art Competition organised by Dungarvan Shopping Centre last Christmas and Múinteoir Máire’s

application to our Local Credit Union for funding to replace our helmets which were destroyed while in storage during the Summer due wet conditions this Summer was successful. Rang 2 and Múinteoir Máire decided to purchase equipment for our new halla. Our fantastic Coiste na dTuismitheoirí added to funds and our helmets and hurleys were purchased. We are all very excited and looking forward to next Wednesday with Seánaí when we get to use our new equipment. A big thank you to Rang 2, Múinteoir Máire and our Coiste. We would also like to thank Dungarvan Shopping Centre and Dungarvan Credit Union.

The children from Carriglea N.S. recently celebrated the wonderful win of the Waterford Ladies Football team in the All-Ireland Final. Kate McGrath, the youngest member of the team and a member of the Brickey Rangers GAA club, brought the cup to the school last week.

S.N. NA RINNE

Fáilte go dtí an chéad Nuachtlitir ó S.N. na Rine FÁILTE go dtí an chéad Nuachtlitir ó S.N. na Rinne. Tá súil againn go mbainfidh sibh taitneamh as. DEIREADH RÉ TÚS RÉ Cuirimid fáilte roimh páistí Naíonáin Bheaga agus roimh Múinteoir Áine. Tá córas rolla nua againn atá ar an ríomhaire anois. Fuair

Mary oifig deas nua di féin. Tá cluichí nua leagtha amach sa chlós agus tá na páistí go léir ag baint taitneamh astu. CÚRSAÍ SPÓIRT Bhí Corn Jack McGrath, a bhuaigh foireann chamógaíochta Port Láirge agus an Corn a bhuaigh foireann chamógaíochta na Rinne istigh linn le déanaí. Táimid

an –ghnóthach ag imirt le foireann na scoile agus leis an gclub. COMÓRADH 1916 Lé déanaí tháinig triúr ó Óglaigh na hÉireann go dtí an scoil agus bronnadh Bratach Naisiúnta agus cóip d’fhorógra Phoblacht na hÉireann orainn. Tá sé seo ag tarlú ar fud na tíre mar chuid de Chomóradh Céad

Bliain Éirí Amach na Cásca 1916. BOSCAÍ BRÓG Dhein gach éinne anobair ag cabhrú leis na boscaí bróg dosna teifigh ó Syria a chur le chéile. Bhí an carr lán go béal agus bhíomar anshásta. Buíochas mór leis na tuismitheoirí a chabhraigh linn.

Pupils from Carriglea National School who participated in the recent kidathon in Youghal.

Some of the pupils from Carriglea N.S. who won individual and team medals in the recent West Waterford Primary School Cross Country Competition.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

SCOIL MHUIRE, ABBEYSIDE

53 CAPPOQUIN PRIMARY SCHOOL

Celebrating Maths Week WE recently had great fun celebrating Maths week. Maths coordinator Colette O'Mahony had an exciting array of activities lined up for both junior and senior parts of the school. Infants to second class were treated to wonderful maths activities in the hall which involved computational and estimation skills along with a lot of fun. Middle and senior classes had a "calculator" quiz, a Hallowe’en quiz and a host of maths fun games with cards and dice. Thanks to Mrs. O'Mahony for all the hard work and well done to the prizewinners in the Hallowe’en quiz. It was a great event for all. HALLOWE’EN DISPLAY The entrance hall at Scoil Mhuire is very creepy at the moment. Skeletons, ghouls and ghosts are on the loose and it's all enough to make you race off along the corridors. This is all thanks to

Miss Máire Walshe’s Hallowe’en display which has been attracting visitors for the last fortnight. Mrs. O'Mahony also put great work into the creation of

this eerie display and the fifth class artwork from Miss Dunne's class makes it all very atmospheric. We counted eye balls, witches and fingers during the

Hallowe’en quiz, we calculated years from the graveyard and estimated the length of the spider's webs. Maths really was fun,if a tiny bit gruesome!

Pupils from 3rd and 4th class on their recent visit to Cappoquin to take part in a Fun Educational Workshop.

How many eye balls in the cauldron? Great fun in the Hallowe’en quiz during Maths week.

Mrs. Curran and Mr. Casey along with Senior Pupils showing all the new Maths Resources which were purchased for the school to celebrate Maths Week.

Hallowe’en display at Scoil Mhuire.

Pupils from fourth class estimate the length of the spider's web during Maths week.

Maths work on display on the school noticeboards by Junior Infant pupils to mark Maths Week.

Members of the Green Schools committee planting the Hazel Tree which was given to us to celebrate Tetra Pak Tree Day.

Local historian John Young with Miss Harney's fourth class during their town trail excursion.

Maths work on display on the school noticeboards by Junior Infant pupils to mark Maths Week.

Pupils under the guidance of Ms. Leonie O'Brien Pupils under the guidance of Ms. Leonie O'Brien proudly making Chocolate Chip Cookies in the proudly making Chocolate Chip Cookies in the school recently. school recently.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

ÁRD SCOIL NA nDÉISE

Awards Night LAST Friday, October 9th, Árd Scoil na nDéise held its 25th Annual Awards Night. Students, parents, teachers and distinguished guests were welcomed by the school’s Irish Traditional Music group as they gathered in the Junior Hall for the special event. The evening was hosted by Mr. Tommy Collins, who made it quite enjoyable with his usual humour. Students were recognised for their participation in music, sports, art, public speaking, writing, elocution, German, volunteering and academic achievements. Our guest of honour for the evening was Ms. Doireann Conway, who made an interesting and inspiring speech for all. If there is one thing to take away from her speech, it is ‘reach for the stars!’ Closing remarks were made by Principal Dorothy Hughes, who acknowledged the achievements and thanked all of the sponsors. Light refreshments were served by the Parents’ Council in the Senior Hall after the awards ceremony (the highlight of the evening!). AMY REYNOLDS, TRANSITION YEAR I would like to congratulate all our students who received awards at our Annual Award Night. I also wish to thank the parents/guardians and the teachers of the students for their encouragement and support which enable the girls to experience success in so many ways. I am very grateful to our Parents’ Council who hosted the refreshments after the ceremony, and to everybody involved in the prepara-

tions and on the night. We would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous support of our Awards Night: Anonymous Ard Scoil na nDéise Parents; Ballymount Accounting; Clearwave I.T. Networking; Copymoore; Brian Dewick (Kilnatoora Cleaning); Easons; Eddie Parks (Gem Cleaning); Ger Wyley Sports; Jitterbeans; John Regan Construction; Parents’ Council; Radley Family; Sip’n’Surf; Solve IT; The Park Hotel; David Walsh Office Supplies. Dorothy Hughes, Principal. TRANSITION YEAR ORIENTEERING On Thursday last, we went orienteering in Kilkenny Castle.We headed off at 12 o’clock and arrived at the Castle around 2 o’clock. Once we got off the bus our teachers assigned us into pairs, we got our dibbers and maps then headed up to the instructor. He told us how to use the dibbers and what way to use the maps.We were all excited and eager to start the course.The course involved a lot of nature and beautiful walkways. Some areas were harder to find than others but overall it was a great experience, as for many of us it was our first time going orienteering. After the orienteering, we were all tired out, from running around the course. Just before we left we had a bite to eat and headed back on our journey. Denise Murray, Transition Year.

Mr. Tommy Collins (teacher and M.C.) at the Ard Scoil na nDéise Awards Night.

[Robert Power}

Ard Scoil na nDéise Awards Night – Back row left to right: Mrs. Dorothy Hughes, Principal, Mr. Tommy Collins (teacher and M.C. for the Awards Night), Ms. Joanne Brosnan (Deputy Principal), Mrs. Angela Conway (Chairperson of Board of Management), Mrs. Mary Ashe (Athletics coach and retired P.E. teacher), Mr. Tom Keith, Friend of the Ard Scoil. Front row left to right: Mrs. Colette Power (former Deputy Principal), Nóirín Bean Ní Chionaola (retired teacher), Guest Speaker Ms. Doireann Conway, Abby and Dara O’Callaghan, Sister Loreto. [Robert Power}

Ard Scoil na nDéise Awards Night 2015 – Class Awards: Back row left to right: Katie Kiely (Sip ‘n Surf), Alannah Carey, Amy Prendergast, Bernice Basnayake, Emma Buckley, Emily Power, Dearbhla Flynn, Tamara Sheehan, Sophie Coyne, Aisling Hallinan, Aileen Organ (Sip ‘n Surf). Front row left to right: Maggie Veale, Anne McGrath, Nevaeh Tutty, Aoife Loome, Brona Coleman, Elaine Drohan. [Robert Power]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

JACINTA CONDON (nee Houlihan) Baile na nGall Mór, An Rinn, and formerly of Western Terrace, Dungarvan Feelings of profound sadness were very much in evidence when news of the unexpected passing of Jacinta Condon became widespread throughout the locality and beyond. One of eleven children that blessed the union of Seán and Birdie Houlihan whose home on Western Terrace was a second home to many of us throughout our tender years. Jacinta, who was aged fifty-four years, enjoyed the respect of the entire community and was held in high esteem by all fortunate to make her acquaintance. From a well-known Dungarvan family she was a person of many endearing qualities, possessed a wonderful sense of humour and was the essence of loyalty and friendship. Jacinta was so special in many different ways and during her full but short life she touched so many lives and left an indelible mark on all of us. Born Jacinta Ann Houlihan on 23rd February, 1961, she began her formal education at the local Presentation Convent Primary and Secondary Schools. She embarked on her working career as a Carer at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Some years later she began her hairdressing apprenticeship under the tutorship of Michael Kelly. Later she opened her own Hair Salon at the top of Western Terrace, in close proximity to the family home. Her work which was her true vocation brought her in contact with so many, an excellent conversationalist she always ensured that the client was well pleased with her hairdressing expertise and professionalism. Married to John Condon (well known in GAA circles as a referee), they professed their wedding vows on 28th December, 1985, in St. Anne’s Church, Colligan.The union heralded the arrival of Erin, Aoife and Kealan.The family resided in Seaview, Ring, for some years before moving to Ballinagoul.The arrival of Seodhna in 2007 and two years later of Ryan, her two grandchildren were red letter days in Jacinta’s life. She was an adoring granny who loved her grandchildren and was also a loving wife to John and a devoted mother to Erin, Aoife and Kealan. Sadly, her life had its lows with the passing of her parents Seán and Birdie, her brother John and his wife Bernie and her father-in-law Davie Condon. Only a few short months ago she mourned the loss of her nephew David Houlihan. Jacinta did trojan work on behalf of the R.N.L.I. as a caterer and a fundraiser, a movement very close to her heart. Her home was always one of hospitality where a hearty greeting awaited all visitors. Cinta’s popularity knew no bounds and the thousands that attended her funeral obsequies bore testimony to the respect in which she was held. Bhíomar go léir faoi scamall an bhróin nuair a chualamar go raibh Jacinta imithe go tobann uainn, imithe ar shlí na fírinne. Bhí ardmheas agus cion ag muintir na háite uirthi, meala mór a bás do John, an clan agus gaolta uilig. Tháinig na céadta ó clan is ó chongar chun comhbhrón a dhéanamh leo ag teach torraimh Uí Chadhla ar an Mháirt. Lying in repose at the Kiely Funeral Home, they came in their hundreds and hundreds to pay their respects, sympathise and bid a fond farewell to Jacinta. Fr. C. Kelly, P.P., led all in prayer on Tuesday evening. He related of Jacinta’s immense contribution to the local community over the years, she loved people and people loved her, he concluded. On Wednesday the removal took place to Seipéal na Rinne for Mass offered in thanksgiving for Jacinta’s life. Fr. Conor Kelly, P.P., was Chief Celebrant, with Co-Celebrants Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P.; Fr. Tony Egan, O.S.A.; Fr. Pat McCarthy, O.S.A. (neighbour from Western Terrace); Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A., and Fr. Michael Collender, O.S.A. The lessons were shared by Tadhg Ó hUallacháin (nephew) and Kealan (son). Bhí Guí an Phobail againn ó Seodhna (grand-daughter), Justin, Stefan, Saoirse (Godchildren), Mattie Kiely (nephew) and Mary (sister). Bread and Wine for the Holy Sacrifice were presented by Helen and Therese (sisters). Personal items of significance in Jacinta’s life were brought in procession by Aoife and Seodhna (family photo), Erin and Ryan (reading glasses), Íde and Margaret (both sisters-inlaw) presented candles. Liam Ó Ronáin brought a framed thanks on vellum from the R.N.L.I. for Jacinta’s work and efforts over the years. Music, indeed uplifting music was provided by Cór na bhFear. A special booklet for Jacinta’s Funeral Mass was a further tribute. Guards of Honour were provided by the R.N.L.I., West Waterford Darts and freisin ó Cumann Iomána agus Peile na Rinne. In his Eulogy and Words of Tribute Tom (brother) expressed his gratitude to all for their presence, assistance and tributes. Shouldered to the nearby Reilig Nua na Rinne by the R.N.L.I., family, relatives and friends, Jacinta was laid to rest following graveside prayers led by An tAth. Conchubhair Ó Ceallaigh, S.P.The lament on fiddle by Fionn Mac Giolla Cuda was moving and richly deserved. Our heartfelt and deepest sympathy we extend to husband John; family Erin, Aoife and Kealan; grandchildren Seodhna and Ryan; her brothers Jim, Michael, Tony, Tom and Martin; sisters Helen, Breda, Mary and Therese; her mother-in-law Mary Condon; brothers-in-law David, Michael, Derek, Maurice and David; her sisters-in-law Mary, Paula, Geraldine, Mary, Annmarie, Margaret, Alison, Catherine and

OBITUARY Íde; her many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews, other relatives and many friends. Cé go mbeidh Jacinta as radharc, ní bheidh sí as aigne agus le cúnamh Dé buailfimid arís léi san Ríocht Ghlórmhar. Ar dheis láimh Dé go raibh sí. Month Mind’s Mass for Jacinta will be offered in Seipéal na Rinne on Saturday, November 7th, at 6.30 p.m. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

MARGARET (Peggy) HANRAHAN Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford With great sadness we record the death of Margaret (Peggy) Hanrahan, Ballinacourty, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, loving wife of the late Dick Hanrahan, which sad event occurred at University Hospital Waterford on Tuesday, 15th September, 2015. Peggy, as she was affectionately known to all, was predeceased by her husband Dick; parents Laurence and Nora Byrne of Glen Lower, Modeligo; her sister Helen and brother Tommy. She spent 64 years in Ballinacourty and had five children and thirteen grandchildren. Peggy was very involved in her local community and parish. In the 1950s she was on the committee that raised funds for and erected St. Laurence’s Parish Hall in Ballinroad. Peggy spent many years in the Church Choir, arranging flowers for the Altar and was involved in many other Church events. She was a founder member of Ballinroad ICA and served as President for many years. Peggy was a creative and artistic person. She had a great love of music and will be remembered by family and friends alike for her many renditions over the years. Peggy’s passing has left a sadness and emptiness in her family’s lives but her legacy will never be forgotten. On Wednesday, 16th September, Peggy lay in repose at her son’s residence before being removed to Drohan’s Funeral Home, Dungarvan, in the presence of her family, relatives and a large circle of her friends. At her removal to St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, her remains were received by her cousin Fr. Michael O’Byrne, P.P.; Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P., and Fr. Jim Mountain. As Peggy entered the Church, Pa Morrissey gave a lovely rendition of “An Cuilfhionn” (An Coolin), accompanied by Ann Ryan and the Ballinroad Choir. On Thursday morning the Funeral Mass was celebrated by Fr. Michael O’Byrne, assisted by Canon Brendan Crowley, P.P.; Fr. Richard Doherty, Fr. Matt Cooney, O.S.A., and Fr. Ned Hassett, P.P. During the Mass the readings were recited by Michelle and Lorraine (grand-daughters); the prayers of the faithful were read by Stephanie, Claire and Maggie (grand-daughters). The wine and water were presented to the Altar by Laurence and Maggie (grandchildren). The Ballinroad Church Choir provided a lovely selection of music and hymns throughout the Mass. Following the Funeral Mass, Peggy was shouldered to her graveside by her grandsons. The chief mourners were – Michael, Lar and Richie (sons); Bernie and Mary (daughters); Jos, Louise and Monica (daughters-in-law); Kieran (son-in-law); Rick, Simon, Tom, Marco, Laurence, Lorraine, Claire, Michelle, Stephanie, Stephen, Conor, Ronan and Maggie (grandchildren); Stella (sister-in-law); nephews and nieces; relatives, neighbours and friends. The family would like to thank the following: Peggy’s Carers over the last few years,Teresa, Liz and Helen. A special thanks to Pat Power, Nora McGrath and Mary Dunford. Dr. Stacey and all the Nurses and staff at St. Vincent’s Unit and the Sacred Heart Unit at Dungarvan Community Hospital.The Doctors and staff at Medical 3 in University Hospital Waterford. Fr. John, a Priest attached to University Hospital Waterford, who Ministered to Peggy in her final weeks.The members of the Ballinroad Church Choir, Ballinroad ICA and Dungarvan Flower & Garden Club who provided a guard of honour. The Month’s Mind Mass will be celebrated in St. Laurence’s Church, Ballinroad, on Sunday, 25th October, at 10.00 a.m. (Funeral arrangements were by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

DAVID ANGLESEY Lisfinney, Tallow With deep regret we record the passing of David Anglesey which sad event occurred on Tuesday, 13th October, 2015. Removal was from his residence on Thursday morning to St. Carthage’s Cathedral, Lismore, following funeral service on arrival. Cremation took place afterwards in The Island Crematorium, Ringaskiddy. To his wife Anne, family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

55 MICHAEL MOLONEY Moloney's Garage, Springmount, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford Michael Moloney went to his eternal reward on Monday, 12th October, 2015, at University Hospital Waterford surrounded by his loving family. His passing has evoked deep feelings of sadness and regret in the local community and far beyond. Well known both locally and nationally in the motor industry, Michael is predeceased by his wife Berna (nee Fay); brother John; sister Sheila; parents Molly and Willie; brother-in-law Hugh Foley and niece Jean Elstead. We express our sincere sympathy to Michael’s daughter Maria; sonin-law Tom Callanan; grandchildren Michelle and Clodagh; sister Ann; brother-in-law Jack Elstead; sister-in-law Peggy Moloney; nephew Bryan Elstead; niece Carol Elstead-Thomas; other relatives and friends. Michael lay in repose at his residence on Wednesday, 14th October. Removal took place that evening to St. Mary's Parish Church, Dungarvan. Requiem Mass was celebrated on Thursday morning, 15th October. Afterwards Michael was laid to rest in the adjoining cemetery. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by James Kiely & Sons, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JACK O’DONOGHUE Parks Road, Lismore It is with sorrow and regret we record the passing of Jack O’Donoghue, Parks Road, Lismore, Co.Waterford, husband of the late Maura (nee Keane), which sad event occurred peacefully on 17th October, 2015, at University Hospital Waterford. Lying in repose at St. Carthage’s Mortuary, Lismore, on Tuesday evening removal took place to St. Carthage’s Church, Lismore. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. Followed by burial in St. Carthage’s Cemetery, Lismore. May he rest in peace. We extend our deepest sympathy his loving sons Tom, Pat and Paul; daughters Mary Lynch, Eileen O’Rourke and Breda Geoghegan; daughters-in-law Margaret, Jane and Marla; sons-in-laws Frank Lynch, John O’Rourke and Dan Geoghegan; brother-in-law Michael Keane; sisters-in-law Agnes Coffey and Nora O’Donoghue; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; relatives, neighbours and friends. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

BETTY O’REILLY 4 Marian Terrace, Stradbally With profound sorrow we record the passing of Betty O’Reilly which sad event occurred on Monday, 19th October, 2015. Funeral Mass will take place today Wednesday at 1.00 p.m. in The Holy Cross Church, Stradbally, followed by burial in the adjoining cemetery. To her family and relatives we extend our deepest sympathy. Full obituary next issue. (Funeral arrangements by Tom Drohan, Funeral Directors, Dungarvan).

JAMES (Jim) TOBIN Feddaun, Mount Melleray, Cappoquin With profound sorrow and regret we record the passing of James (Jim) Tobin Feddaun, Mount Melleray, Cappoquin, Co.Waterford, loving husband of the late Bridget (Biddy) (nee Moynihan) and much loved father of the late John, which sad event occurred peaceful on 16th October, 2015, at University Hospital Waterford. Lying in repose at Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Home, Cappoquin, Rosary was recited on Tuesday evening in the presence of his loving family, relatives, neighbours and friends before removal took place to St. Mary’s Church, Cappoquin. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on this Wednesday morning at 11.00 a.m. Followed by burial in Mount Melleray Abbey Cemetery. We extend our deepest sympathy to his loving daughters Moira, Eileen and Breda; brother Br. Dominic (Roscrea); sisters Bridget Looby and Sr. Dominica; sons-in-law Andrew MacRae, Richard Adams and Martin Murray; grandchildren Duncan, Orla, Emer, Niamh, John and Rhys; nephews, nieces, relatives, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace. (Funeral arrangements by Aidan Walsh & Sons, Funeral Directors, Cappoquin & Tallow).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 12 September, 2014

FARMING

Round-up … Glanbia milk price move begs questions – Downey

Hundreds attend a victory parade in Portlaoise to welcome home the Irish Ploughing Champions Eamonn Tracey from Carlow and John Whelan from Wexford.

Body condition of Waterford cows to be scientifically assessed New technology helps local farmers plan feeding and eliminate guesswork GLOBAL milking technology leader, DeLaval has launched the world’s first automated body condition scoring (BCS) system for cows, taking the guesswork out of an otherwise laborious process. Body condition scores are used as a critical measure of how effective feeding is on a farm. Body condition scoring needs to be done accurately and at specific times in the lactation cycle. Knowing the body condition score of your cows helps a farmer plan feeding to ensure cows have healthy body fat reserves thus promoting milk production, reproductive efficiency and cow longevity. The innovative BCS system launched by DeLaval makes it easy and quick for farmers to obtain an accurate body condition score of their cows. The technology is based on a 3D camera fixed on a gate. Once a cow passes under the camera, the system recognises the movement and selects the best still image of the cow in the video sequence. The image is converted into an accurate body con-

dition score. It then calculates the body condition score of each cow and sends it to DeLaval DelPro™ Farm Manager where their farmer can view graphs of individual animals, groups or the entire herd. “Most farmers understand the concept and benefits of body condition scoring but for various reasons they are not doing it today. Now that we have a cost-effective solution for consistent, regular and accurate scoring, we see that the potential is huge, said Kieran FitzGerald, VMS Solutions Manager, Britain and Ireland. “The technology is a world-first and completely changes the way the farming community will look at body condition scoring. Achieving an accurate body condition score is now extremely simple. It gives consistent and daily feedback on the condition of a herd without any work on the part of the farmer. That’s valuable information that can have significant benefits to the health of the cow and to the running and profitability of the farm,” concluded Mr

Fitzgerald. By consistently and regularly measuring a cow’s body condition score, a farmer can monitor every cow’s body condition through all stages of the lactation cycle thereby ensuring each animal is in the best shape possible. Traditionally, body condition scoring is done by looking at a cow and feeling but this can lead to inaccuracies, particularly if the shed is crowded. Body condition scoring is more accurate than weighing. Body weight varies a lot with feed and water intake, if the cow has manured or just been milked. DeLaval’s own studies project that regular scoring and optimising the score could help the farmer to: • Reduce cases of ketosis on farms by 50% • Reduce the feed cost by trimming down the feed on overweight cows • Increase milk yield from a herd where all cows have the optimum body condition - the system can mean an increase of up to 545kg during the first 120 days of lactation.

• Reduce the number of open days by bringing the body condition score back to an optimum level as soon as possible after calving and thereby returning the cow to its normal cyclical ovarian activity - conception rate can be improved by 50% • Save the farmer time since the need for manual body condition scoring is gone, the alternative is that it will save the farmer the cost of bringing in resources such as feed advisors or veterinarians to do the body condition scoring • Eliminates the subjective nature of scoring DeLaval is now selling its DeLaval body condition scoring BCS in a number of countries in Europe including Ireland, North and South America and Asia. By the end of the year, the system will be sold globally. Today DeLaval body condition scoring BCS is available with DeLaval VMS™ voluntary milking system and with parlours and rotaries in Q3-2015. The DeLaval body condition scoring has been awarded the acclaimed Innov’Space 2015 award.

Fertiliser for Growth in Grassland Farming Systems PROMOTING good soil fertility management for increased grass production and profitability on grassland farms was the focus of the Teagasc Soil Fertility Conference, which took place in Clonmel on Friday, 16th October. Hundreds of grassland farmers and the fertiliser industry representatives attended the conference. The new

Teagasc NMP-Online, a farm nutrient management planning system, and the Fertiliser Association of Ireland (FAI) Technical Bulletin Series on soil fertility, were launched at the event. Speaking at the launch, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine Tom Hayes TD, said: “This conference,

which is part of the Teagasc national soil fertility campaign, will help farmers to maximise production and profits on their farms through the efficient use of fertilisers, driving output but in a sustainable manner. This is a key ambition of our FoodWise 2025 Strategy launched earlier this year”.

IFA President Eddie Downey recently said that the decision by the Glanbia Board to cut their base milk price by 1c/l to 24c/l, even allowing for the 1c/l co-op topping it up to 25c/l including VAT, would leave its suppliers bitterly disappointed, and is raising questions on the pricing model that GII is pursuing. At a time when a market recovery is underway, this decision is a serious confidence blow to Glanbia suppliers facing into an expensive Winter. “Farmers are under tremendous cash flow pressure, and needed to see their price at least maintained, and both Lakeland and Kerry must be commended on holding their September milk price. All other processors must follow their lead and maintain prices,” Mr. Downey said. “Glanbia shareholder suppliers legitimately expect that GII, the largest milk purchaser and processor in the country, would have the scale, efficiency and product mix advantages allowing it to pay, without co-op contributions, the most competitive milk price,” he said. “Glanbia farmers are now concerned that the pricing policy adopted by Glanbia is leaving them at a significant price disadvantage to other co-ops. How can this be?” Mr. Downey questioned. Mr. Downey called on the Board of GII to review their approach on milk pricing. Commenting on the price cut, IFA National Dairy Chairman Sean O’Leary added:“Glanbia could have held their milk price and total payout for September. Markets have been firming over the last two months and a recovery is now hopefully underway. Glanbia suppliers are bitterly disappointed with this move, and I ask the Board to make a solid commitment on reviewing their pricing policy”.

“New Zealand market analysts Agri HQ, based on NZX furtures trends, predict the price of Oceanian whole milk powder could hit US $3,000/t by year end – this would be a further 32% increase on the last GDT auction price. ANZ Bank in Auckland have further stated that the powder market remains “hyper-sensitive” to New Zealand supply conditions and GDT offer volumes. With those expected to continue down, ANZ analyst Con Williams said “The slow start and limited GDT offerings are expected to continue to be price supportive for now, especially while it’s the Europeans seasonal lull for milk supply and seasonal high period for Chinese milk imports,” he reported. “Finally, Senior Economist for New Zealand’s ASB Bank, Chris TennentBrown, said that “The production outlook has materially weakened. As data becomes available to confirm this, prices will lift further,” he added. “Meanwhile, closer to home, EU dairy product quotes have continued to firm since late August. Dutch PZ butter spot quotes were up 9.5% over that period, while SMP quotes were up 7.3%. German Kempten spot prices for WMP were up 12.5% over that period. EU average product prices also firmed slowly but steadily over the period, with butter up 4.6%, SMP up 4.7% and WMP particularly buoyed up, with a 10.5% price increase,” he said. “While we must always take predictions and analysis with some caution, it is clear to me that output volume trends from New Zealand, now at peak, are crucial to market balance, and there is little doubt that the volumes are set to continue falling, possibly dramatically, with consequences on global dairy prices which are already starting to show,” he said. “Irish farmers need to see the benefit of those trends sooner rather than later: their cash flow situation next spring will be difficult enough, even with stable milk prices in the interim. I urge all Co-op Board members, meeting this week and next, to hold their September milk price, and make a commitment to holding at least till yearend,” he concluded.

Global dairy markets could recover quicker than predicted – IFA calls on Glanbia Co-ops must hold to review grain price milk prices IFA National Dairy Committee Chairman offer Sean O’Leary has said that news from New Zealand suggested that their output would fall dramatically this year, with direct consequences, many already visible, for international dairy prices. He said global markets could recover faster than predicted up to now, and that, together with the fact that the Ornua PPI for September justifies holding current prices, must give co-ops the confidence to announce that they will hold milk prices to year-end.This is crucial, he said, to help farmers cope with cash flow pressures in the context of volatile incomes. “With Fonterra forecasting further production reductions for 2015/16 – 5% rather than 2-3% – and unofficially suggesting that it could be down by as much as 10% on the back of high culling and low feeding with potential further impact from El Nino weather patterns, numerous analysts have poured over the production and GDT trends to conclude that the current price increases were set to continue,” Mr. O’Leary said.

IFA National Grain Chairman Liam Dunne said that Glanbia must review its grain price offer on green barley and wheat given that markets have firmed over the last few weeks. Despite good yields, growers are struggling for the third year running to cover costs and remain viable. Mr. Dunne said, “The Merchant trade must put their best foot forward and support growers through another difficult financial year. Otherwise, we will see a further reduction in the sown area for 2016. Firmer grain prices of late are capable of supporting a stronger green price and this should have been reflected in the price offered by Glanbia.” Independent merchants and smaller coops are paying from €135/t to €140/t for green barley and from €142/t to €147/t for green wheat (prices quoted are exclusive of vat). The IFA Grain Chairman called on Glanbia to review their prices in light of the strengthening market situation.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

READER’S QUERIES Question: I have been a participant of AEOS since 2010. That would mean I will be complete my 5 year contract on the 31st December, 2015. Will I have to wait until May 2016 to apply for GLAS or will it be open in January 2016 to cater for those such as myself who have finished in AEOS? Can you please advise? Answer: The good news is that the DAFM have made allowances for farmers such as yourself and you can apply for GLAS at present under Tranche 2 even though you will be in AEOS until the end of December. Your contract in GLAS will commence on the 1st January, 2016 for 5 years therefore providing a smooth transition from one AEOS to GLAS. You would be advised to contact a planner at your earliest convenience as the application window is only 6 weeks and things will get busy from now on. I trust this will clear things up for you. Tip of the Week: The closing date for spreading of FYM under the Nitrates Directive is Saturday, October 31st, 2015. Spreading after this date may reduce the amount of your single farm payment.

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At the Bank of Ireland’s Dairy Expansion meeting held in the Lismore House Hotel recently evening are (l. to r.): Seán Murphy, Agri-Development Manager, Bank of Ireland, and Mark O’Dwyer, Lismore Branch, Bank of Ireland.

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Minister Coveney announces Teagasc/Glanbia Monitor Farm advance payments of €620m Focus Week Ending: 19/10/’15 Grange, Waterford 17.5 Milk Kg/Day 4.65 Fat % 4.14 Protein % Milk Solids/Day Kg 1.54 Meal Kg/cow/day 2 Average Farm Cover 918 Cover per Cow 375 Pre Grazing Yield KG DM 2,200 Demand KG DM HA 42 Growth KG DM HA 30

Kilmacow, Kilkenny 15.5 5.61 4.44 1.75 1 1,068 463 2,800 39 38

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Kilmacow, Co. Kilkenny

• 34% of farm closed since Monday, 19th October • Lime spread on fields where required • Cows are cleaning out paddocks very well at present.

• 30% closed since 5th of October. • On target, planning to have 70% closed by 5th November • Need to graze 1.3 ha/day. • Looking at drafting system for next year

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THE Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Simon Coveney, TD, has announced the commencement of advance payments under the 2015 Basic Payment Scheme and the Greening Payment. “I am particularly pleased that these payments, worth over €620 million to in excess of 100,000 farmers, have begun issuing today” the Minister said. ‘It is particularly important given the need to maximise cash flow across the various agricultural sectors that these payments are commencing on the earliest possible date provided for under EU legislation and well ahead of many other Member States’. Following recent discussions with the EU Commission, the Minister also confirmed that the level of the advance payment is set at 70% for 2015 rather than 50% as in previous years. This has resulted in a significant increase (€140m) in the value of advance payments made to farmers in 2015.

Payments to farmers under the Areas of Natural Constraint (ANC) Scheme also continue to issue as cases are confirmed for payment. Under the ANC Scheme, in excess of €155 million has now issued to nearly 74,000 farmers since payments commenced on 23rd September. Minister Coveney added that “the initial advance of the BPS and Greening Payment, together with ANC payments, means approximately €775 million will have issued to Irish farmers under these Schemes in the last month alone. This represents a very significant financial boost for both individual farmers and the wider rural economy”. The Minister added that he was “delighted with the number of farmers who will receive immediate payment given the need to allocate new payment entitlements under the Basic Payment Scheme and the introduction of a new payment in the Greening Payment”. He added that “despite the fact the Basic

Payment Scheme and Greening Payment are separate measures, I have arranged to combine the payments as one for transfer to the bank account of individual farmers in order to simplify the process and maximise the economic impact.” The Minister indicated that advance payments will continue issuing regularly up until late November, with balancing payments to issue from the 1st December. "I can assure farmers that payments will continue to issue under both Schemes, on an ongoing basis, as individual cases are cleared" the Minister emphasised, adding "my aim continues to be to maximise payments to farmers at the earliest possible date, subject to the necessary requirements of the Schemes being met". The Minister also confirmed that payments under the Young Farmers Scheme, National Reserve and the coupled Protein Aid would commence in December 2015.

Dungarvan Mart report Monday, 19th October, 2015 SAMPLE PRICES DRY COWS 1 Fr. 750 kgs.. made €1,250. 1 Fr. 790 kgs. made €1,245. 1 Fr. 750 kgs. made €1,125. BULLOCKS 1 Char. 760 kgs. made €1,645. 3 Char. 703 kgs made €1,545 each. 2 Sim. 595 kgs. made €1,340 each. 1 Lim. 625 kgs. made €1,310. 8 Her. 558 kgs. made €1,135 each. 3 Her. 426 kgs. made €910 each. 10 A.A. 422 kgs. made €930 each. 6 Her. 370 kgs. made €890 each. HEIFERS 2 Char. 555 kgs.made €1,115 each. 1 Bel. Blue 580 kgs. made €1,150. 3 Lim 495 kgs. made €1,040 each. 7 A.A 435 kgs. made €865 each. 3 A.A. 496 kgs. made

€960 each. 3 Char 456 kgs. made €990 each. Weanling Sale – Thursday, 29th October, 2015. This Sale includes entries of (1) 22 Hereford and 10 Friesian “Bucket Fed” Males (2) 20 Friesian and Aberdeen Angus “Bucket Fed” males, for local producers. Sale starts at 11.30 a.m. SAMPLE PRICES FROM WEANLING SALE HELD ON 15th October, 2015 WEANLING BULLS 2 Lim. 465 kgs. made €1,100 each. 2 Char. 415 kgs. made €1,095 each. 6 Char. 412 kgs. made €1,095 each. 4 Char. 346 kgs. made €920 each. WEANLING HEIFERS 1 Char. 485 kgs. made €1,080. 2 Char. 382 kgs. made €905 each. 1 Lim. 360 kgs. made €915. 1 Lim. 430 kgs. made €900.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Teagasc SOIL FERTILITY Six for the price of five: Teagasc is offering to take six soil samples for the price of five until the end of October. This is an excellent opportunity to address soil fertility on your farm. Six samples covering 24 ha will cost you €125, €20.83/sample, €5.20/ha or €2.10/ac. It is recommended that the whole farm should be sampled every 4 years which is an annual cost of 50 cents per acre. The first principle in fertiliser planning is controlling soil acidity through liming soils on a regular basis. Soil test results indicated that 60 to 65% of our soils require lime on a regular basis to maintain a soil pH 6.3 for grassland and pH 6.5 for tillage cropping. Lime is a cost effective soil conditioner and in effect is a fertiliser as it is required to unlock major soil nutrients. For example, our soils contain tonnes of soil organic matter and by maintaining soils close to the optimum soil pH up to 80kg of Nitrogen per hectare per year will be released. Phosphorus (P) is increasingly a more expensive nutrient due to its limited stocks worldwide. To maximise the availability of soil P and P applied in either manures or compound fertilisers, it remains critical to maintain soil pH 6.3 to 6.5 for grassland and tillage cropping respectively. Lime should only be applied on the basis of a recent soil test report and it recommends the rate of lime based on the soil pH and the soil type. Aim to put a liming programme in place and apply lime to fields with the lowest soil pH levels. It is good practice to target 20 to 25% of the farm on an annual basis. The weather is ideal for spreading lime now. Lime spread at this time of the year will have a good opportunity to work and adjust soil pH to the target over the winter time. In addition the soil test will help identify fields that may benefit from extra P & K in the form of farm yard manure, cattle slurry or pig slurry to build soil P and K levels to the optimum level of Index 3. On grassland farms the optimum level of output which can be achieved will be determined by the amount of grass grown. This in turn will be determined by the soil fertility. If you want to increase your farm output and profitability get the soil analysed now and put a fertiliser programme in place.To avail of the special offer contact your local Teagasc office. DAIRYING October and November grazing: Conditions have been ideal to date for grass growth and grazing this Autumn. It is important to take advantage of it for as long as possible because to have grass in a cows diet even for 3-4 hours per day increases her profit by €1.30 per day giving a farmer with a 100 cow herd an extra €910 per week. This applies in both autumn and spring. At this time (October 21st) you should have one third of the area you intend to graze next spring already closed off. Two thirds should be

closed by November 5th and grazing finished by the end of November. The animals must be brought indoors when the average farm cover reaches 600 kgs DM/ha. The target cover per cow now is 400kgs per cow or 400 X 2.5 = 1000kgs per ha average farm cover if your stocking rate is 2.5 cows/ha. Work out your own stocking rate (cows/ha) and establish your own target cover. If you are below target at any stage you must feed meals or silage, or remove stock from the cow grazing area. Because of great Autumn growth we have a lot of high cover that will require great skill to graze out if the weather turns wet. Graze animals for 2-4 hour periods, removing animals when grass has been eaten, otherwise they do too much walking damage. Don’t graze when it is raining as animals spend more time walking and it is worth remembering that in wet weather animals eat with five mouths (usual +4 feet). Graze in square blocks, not in long narrow strips, as less poaching damage is done due to less walking. Graze from the back of the paddock, so that animals never, ever, walk over grazed ground but cow walks (3-4 yds wide) also help. Use several gap entrances to a paddock to minimise dirtying the grass inside the gap. Avoid having to graze heavy covers, over 2300kg DM/Ha, because it means animals have to spend too long in each area of ground, also recovery is slower, and there will be more decayed grass in the sward. Date for your diary: The Teagasc National Dairy Conference is being refocused this year to make it attractive to more people. It is now a 2 day event and will take place in the Lyrath Hotel, Kilkenny on Tuesday December 8th and Wednesday December 9th. There will be two keynote speakers each morning and seven workshops each afternoon from which you can choose to attend three each day. This gives every participant the opportunity to select the workshops most suited to his/her own interests. There will also be a conference dinner on the evening of the 8th to add a social and networking dimension to the occassion. Mark the dates in your diary and booking will open soon. HEALTH AND SAFETY Nasties on Farms : There are a lot of nasty bugs hanging around farms that can silently damage your health. Examples are; E coli, Brucellosis, Salmonella and Weils disease. It can often be too late to do anything when the condition is diagnosed. So what can you do now? • Wash your hands – you will not go too far wrong with the old fashion soap and water • Wear gloves, especially when handling risky material • Cover cuts with plasters • Wear overalls, this puts a solid barrier between you and the bugs. • Routine dosing and injecting will also reduce the levels of certain diseases like leptospirosis.

Mary Brennan who retired from the NPA after 35 years receives a presentation from NPA President James Sutton and NPA chairman PJ Lynam at the NPA awards dinner in the Portlaoise Heritage Hotel. [Alf Harvey/HRPhoto.ie]

Measures for young farmers in Budget 2016 protect Irish agriculture for the future – Minister Coffey FINE Gael Waterford Minister Paudie Coffey said: “Young farmers are going to benefit from Budget 2016, which is good news for the future of Ireland’s agri-food sector.” “The agri-food budget is seeing a €109 million increase in Budget 2016 and I commend my colleague Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney for the innovative measures he is deploying to protect the sector for future generations. Budget 2016 is all about encouraging and supporting young farmers. “The budget introduces a tax credit of €5,000 per annum for five years, for farmers who transfer their land to successors over a period of time. This will

make it much easier for farms to be passed from one generation to the next, securing them for the future of the family farm. “The renewal of four existing tax measures in the Budget includes two that are specifically targeted at young farmers; the 100% Stock Relief on Income Tax for Certain Young Trained Farmers, and the Stamp Duty Exemption on Transfers of Land to Young Trained Farmers. The other two measures for general farmers being extended are the 25% General Stock Relief on Income Tax, and the 50% Stock Relief on Income Tax for Registered Farm Partnerships. All of these measures are being extended for three years.

“The €35.8 million allocation for the Targeted Agriculture Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) will also provide funding for the Young Farmer Capital Investment Scheme, which will be at the higher grant rate of 60%. “It is so important we protect the future of Irish farming and support young farmers with measures such as these. “Overall the budget is really good for our agri-food sector. The Rural Development Programme (RDP) will see an investment of €4bn in the Irish agriculture sector over the years 2014-2020.”

ICSA welcomes sheep fencing inclusion in TAMS II ICSA Sheep Chairman John Brooks has welcomed the inclusion of grant aid for sheep fencing in TAMS II, as was announced by Minister Simon Coveney following the budget announcement. “This is something that the ICSA has been demanding for some time now. Good fencing on sheep farms is essential for good grassland management but the expense of doing this has been a major stumbling block for sheep farmers”. A €38.8m allocation for TAMS II in Budget 2016 has allowed for the inclusion of sheep fencing aid. Mr. Brooks has described this as “a victory

for those of us who have been fighting to rectify this injustice for sheep farmers. The ICSA has worked hard for this grant aid and we will continue to ensure that our sheep farmers are fairly considered in all aspects of funding expenditure”. Mr. Brooks is now calling on Minister Coveney to re-examine the terms and conditions required of farmers to qualify for sheep fencing grant aid. He described some of these requirements, such as the spec of field gate required, as “unnecessary and overly expensive and merely places obstacles in the way of sheep farmers getting the aid they urgently need”.

Top members announced for Macra Competition Macra welcomes extension of young THE 12 top new Macra members who will go through to the final of the Best New Macra Member competition have been announced along with the top seven clubs going through to the final of Macra’s Club of the Year competition. The top 12 members are:

Margaret Kelleher, Mitchelstown Macra, Avondhu, Cork Grace Corrigan, Innishannon Macra, Carbery, Cork Helen Clinch, Knockbride Macra, Cavan Laurie Curtis, Naas Macra, Kildare

Lisa Marie Walsh, Suirside Macra, Kilkenny Andrew Dunne, Mountmellick Macra, Laois Brian Marry, Termonfeckin Macra, Louth Diarmuid Lee, Donoughmore Macra, Muskerry, Cork Frank Hayes, Devil’s Bit Macra, North Tipperary Margaret Ambrose, Glanmire Macra, Seandun, Cork Carrie Smith, Waterford City Macra, Waterford Deirdre Arnold, Johnstown/Coolgraney Macra, Wicklow

The Macra competition is designed to award a member who is deemed by his/her club to have made a significant contribution to the development of the club during his/her first year of membership. After submitting an application form, members are judged on a number of different criteria, with the top 12 members being shortlisted for interview by an adjudicating panel at the Macra na Feirme annual conference in the Rochestown Park Hotel, on the 24th October.

farmer stock and stamp duty relief MACRA na Feirme National President, Seán Finan, welcomed the extension of the Young Farmer stock relief and the Young Farmer stamp duty relief in the budget. Mr. Finan said, “The 100% young farmer stock relief aids growth and expansion by allowing young trained farmers to offset an increase in the value of their stock against their tax liability. At the outset, all livestock farmers need to build up a viable production base through livestock.This is a long term investment in the farm and needs to be achieved without a heavy tax burden.”

Mr. Finan, commenting on the stamp duty relief, said, “Succession planning is crucial to ensure that young farmers and their families can plan the future of the family farm.We believe that is it important to encourage the early transfer of land to committed young and progressive farmers”. Macra na Feirme also welcomed the 24% increase in the Group A Capital Acquisition Tax personal threshold up to €280,000 following their representations in this area. This increase reflects the increase in asset values.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Applying Technologies on Beef Farms to Sustain Profitability HUNDREDS of beef producers who contribute to the €2 billion in beef and cattle output from Irish farms were in Athlone, on 13th October for the Teagasc National Beef Conference. The event, which is sponsored by Zoetis, looked at the technologies which can be applied on farms to sustain profitability. Opening the conference, Teagasc Director, Professor Gerry Boyle said: “We must all remain firmly focused on the technologies that best offer you as beef farmers, and the beef industry in general, the most profitable and sustainable future. All of the beef research that Teagasc is involved in, and all of the advice that we provide to beef farmers, is based on returning the best possible economic outcome. The financial results from the top one third of farmers that complete eProfit monitors, and the Teagasc demonstration farms, clearly show that achieving a gross margin of €1,000 per hectare is achievable.” Mervyn Parr from Teagasc Grange said: “Only 23 per cent of beef calves in Ireland are born to an AI sire. It is well acknowledged that AI allows access to genetically proven sires for terminal, maternal, and ease of calving traits, thereby facilitating greater genetic progress and ease of management. At least half of the herd should be bred to produce quality herd replacements and the remainder bred to terminal beef sires.” Artie Birt, a beef pro-

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Pictured at the Teagasc National Beef Conference which was held in Athlone on 13th October, 2015 were: (L to R) Peter Lawrence, BETTER Farm Beef Programme, Teagasc, Kildalton; James Madigan, Farmer, Co. Kilkenny; Donal Scully, Farmer, Co. Limerick; Catherine Egan, BETTER Farm Beef Programme, Teagasc, Athenry; Michael Dillane, Farmer, Co. Kerry and Alan Dillon, BETTER Farm Beef Programme, Teagasc, Moorepark. Leader, Eddie O’Riordan, Journal BETTER Farm ducer from Portaferry, event. The Teagasc Derrypatrick outlined feeding strategies Beef Programme were preNewtownards, County Down, spoke about his suckler demonstration farm to optimise performance sented by Teagasc adviser experience of using AI on in Grange in County from pasture in steer and Alan Dillon. “The main his 180 spring calving suck- Meath and the newly estab- bull finishing systems. He improvements made were ler herd. “Using AI has lished Newford demonstra- said: ”As most beef cattle in terms of increasing outallowed me to use easy tion farm in Athenry, destined for slaughter spend put, grassland management, calving high genetic merit County Galway, both centre at least two seasons at pas- herd health and breeding. sires on all my heifers which on high grass growth and ture in addition to two Increasing the amount of are calving down by 24 high grass utilisation. Winters indoors, the level live weight gain achieved Teagasc researcher, Adam of animal performance at from grass during the main months of age.” Noirin McHugh,Teagasc Woods outlined how the any stage of the production grazing season significantly geneticist described the Derrypatrick and Newford cycle can have an influence reduced the cost of the ideal suckler cow as one farms have grown 12.9 on performance at a later intensive indoor finishing that requires low labour tonnes and 9.1 tonnes of stage in the cycle. He said period.” The full proceedings input, efficiently produces a grass dry matter per hectare, that in integrated calf to good quality weanling, and respectively, up to the 30th beef systems each stage in from the conference are goes back in calf year on December this year. The the production needs to be available at http://www.teagasc.ie/p year. She said that the eco- most productive paddock optimised. The technologies that ublications/2015/3736/Be nomic benefit of using a on the Derrypatrick farm five star replacement index has produced 15.1 tonnes have been successfully used e f - C o n f e r e n c e by farmers participating in Proceedings-13102015.pdf cow over a one star cow is DM/ha so far this year. Teagasc Beef Enterprise the Teagasc/Irish Farmers as much as €172 per calving

Budget measures support farming and the rural economy IFA President Eddie Downey has welcomed the further progress made on farm taxation measures in the Budget, in particular the introduction by the Government of measures on farm succession to encourage a new generation of farmers to get involved with their parents in the business at an early stage. He said a tax credit of €5,000 per year for five years was significant and would help farm families deal with the real challenges of inter-generational transfer. The IFA President said the income tax credit of €550 for farmers and the

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self-employed, while long overdue, was very welcome and must be built on in future budgets. He said that the Association has long campaigned to have this unfairness in income taxation for farmers and self-employed addressed. Eddie Downey said the changes to the taxation for farm forestry was welcome and a necessary measure to assist in the efficient harvesting and re-planting of farm forestry. Mr Downey said the increase in the threshold for Capital Acquisitions Tax to €280,000 starts to reflect the increase in the value of assets, but much more needs

to be done in future Budgets. He said the rollover of all existing farm tax reliefs for three years, including stock relief, is important for investment on farms. Eddie Downey said the increase in funding for agriculture for next year to €1.3bn will ensure that farmers entering new schemes under the RDP will finally get muchneeded payments after years of cuts. “The Minister will be accepting an additional 13,000 applicants into GLAS next week, bringing the total this year to 40,000. However, the Minister needs now to accept the

remaining applicants to bring it up to 50,000 and address farmer concerns following recent changes to the GLAS scheme. Sheep fencing and grain storage will be included in the next tranche of TAMS with funding allocated of €35.8m.” Mr Downey said the general changes to the income tax and USC and the increase in social payments, especially for older people and young families, will all help after some difficult years of spending cuts. However, employers in some sectors will have difficulty in finding the extra resources to meet the new minimum wage increase for

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Movie Reviews In association with SGC Dungarvan ED SHEERAN: Jumpers for Goalposts + Live Set Thursday, 22nd October

Pictured outside Downey’s before Cider Wasps debut EP "HERE " Launch are John McGrath, Downey’s Bar, band members Colin Drummey, Tommy Dunford, Danny Dunford and Stephen Keating.

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JOIN Ed Sheeran, currently the most successful artist in the world, live from the London world premiere of his spectacular new concert film debut "Jumpers for Goalposts".This special cinema event, including red carpet highlights, an exclusive live performance from Ed and the film shown in its entirety for the first time, will be beamed via satellite live from London's Leicester Square to SGC Dungarvan on Thursday, October 22nd, from 6.00 p.m. www.edsheeranmovie.com. We will have additional film screenings across that weekend. Jumpers for Goalposts brings together Ed's captivating performances from the biggest shows of his career at Wembley Stadium in July 2015, where he wows the 80,000 strong

crowd with his biggest hits to date, including "The A Team", "Sing" and "Thinking Out Loud" - and there's even a surprise duet from Sir Elton John. As well as his breath-taking onstage performance, Jumpers for Goalposts is intercut with the story of Ed's triumphant road to Wembley, presenting a revealing and personal glimpse into life backstage and on the road, along with an honest and intimate reflection by Ed – and those closest to him – on just how far he has come. This special global cinema event is an invitation for Ed's millions of fans to join him around the world and celebrate what he has achieved so far, before inevitably he moves the goalposts once again.

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October 25 31 Aries March 20th April 19th

Taurus April 20th May 20th

Gemini ACROSS 1 Bixente _ , footballer capped 97 times for France (8) 5 A quarter of a bushel (4) 9 Gog and _ , names in the Bible and the Qur an (5) 10 Of a car, kept in a particular location (7) 11 The Angel _ , square on the Monopoly board (9) 14 Shortened word for a kind of road (3) 15 Term describing a variety of pea (9) 18 Location of a stirrup and an anvil (3) 19 Beyond _ _ , comedy stage revue in the 1960s (3,6) 20 Activity involving much travelling (7) 22 Submit, as a plea in court (5) 24 Insect that builds elaborate nests from wood pulp (4) 25 Anagram of HANGINGS (8)

May 21st June 20th

DOWN 1 Brand of cold and flu remedies (6) 2 and 4 Puppet twins (not in alphabetical order) from the planet Zog (3 and 3) 3 The revitalising of, for example, a city centre (12) 4 See 2 6 Area of Birmingham with a well-known cricket ground (9) 7 Margot _ , one of the actresses who have played Lois Lane (6) 8 2007 film based on a toy line (12) 12 Coastal town nicknamed The Pearl of Dorset (4,5) 13 A plural form of that (5) 16 Softened by maturity or experience (6) 17 A cause of infuriation (3,3) 21 _ Norton, world champion boxer in the 1970s (3) 23 Acronymous name of the world s biggest leisure, travel and tourism company (3)

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Cancer June 21st July 22nd

Leo July 23rd August 22nd

Virgo August 23rd September 22nd

September 23rd October 22nd

Scorpio October 23rd November 21st

ITH your home now shining brightly from all the tender loving care you have invested, your attention can turn to finances and assets you share with others.

VER the next few weeks your attitudes are going to come under close scrutiny and others will soon let you know if they feel you are behaving in a way they simply don t like.

AKE the opportunity to improve your overall life-style with regard to your health, diet or work. Your body could feel at a low ebb this week and this is a timely reminder to take action.

ANCERIANS sometimes have a tendency to hide their feelings but you are soon going to get great support expressing yourself, and life could be fun as you expand your circle of friends.

ATHER strange and at times inexplicable feelings will rise up from the depths within you. Usually the consummate diplomat, don t be surprised if you blow a gasket from time to time.

T S not pleasant when someone starts to say things about us which are not true or unfair behind you back. Close relatives or neighbours could be involved, so be careful what you say.

RIENDS may come along with the latest in a line of get rich schemes or just ask you for a loan. You d be wise to think carefully about flashing your cash.

ON T be surprised if your boss, or even your parents, decide to take a greater interest in you situation than you d like this week. Rise above squabbles and assert yourself powerfully .

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Capricorn

OUR hopes and wishes and important friendships become vital to you over the next week. Don t be surprised if the compassionate part of your nature moves into overdrive.

OURS is one of the most resilient signs of the

zodiac and your logical mind helps to keep November things in perspective, but this week you could find 22nd December 21st yourself blowing things out of proportion . December 22nd January 19th

Aquarius January 20th February 18th

Pisces February 19th March 19th

AKE sure you handle anything to do with lending money very carefully this week. Misunderstandings are possible with a business or personal partner which could be embarrassing.

OUR desire to break out and investigate wider vistas is going to be really aroused from today. This could lead you into booking a last minute holiday or a course of higher education.

LIVING a bleak existence at a London orphanage, 12-year-old Peter (Levi Miller) finds himself whisked away to the fantastical world of Neverland. Adventure awaits as he meets new friend James Hook (Garrett Hedlund) and the warrior Tiger Lily (Rooney Mara).They

must band together to save Neverland from the ruthless pirate Blackbeard (Hugh Jackman). Along the way, the rebellious and mischievous boy discovers his true destiny, becoming the hero forever known as Peter Pan.

SUFFRAGETTE SUFFRAGETTE is a thrilling drama that tracks the story of the foot soldiers of the early Feminist Movement, women who were forced underground to pursue a dangerous game of cat and mouse with an increasingly brutal State. These women were not primarily from the genteel educated classes, they were working women who had seen peaceful

protest achieve nothing. Radicalised and turning to violence as the only route to change, they were willing to lose everything in their fight for equality – their jobs, their homes, their children and their lives. MAUD was one such foot soldier. The story of her fight for dignity is as gripping and visceral as any thriller, it is also heart-breaking and inspirational.

QUEEN OF IRELAND Opens Wednesday, 21st October at 7.30 p.m. IRISH Premiere Screening, hosted by Brendan Courtney with special guests. Directed by Conor Horgan (One Hundred Mornings, Deep End Dance, The Beholder) and produced by Blinder Films (The Pervert's Guide to Ideology, Citadel, One Hundred Mornings), the documentary has been in production for the last four years and will continue right up until the proposed same-sex marriage

Referendum in 2015.The film builds an in-depth picture of a complex and compelling character through behind-thescenes footage, extensive archive material and interviews with friends, peers and protégés. It has also been born out of commitment to the Equal Rights movement in Ireland, and a longing to document the changes that are rapidly occurring.

RONALDO: THE MOVIE Playing Monday, 9th November at 7.00 p.m. (ONE NIGHT ONLY!) FILMED over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated figures in football. For the first time ever, the world gets vividly candid and un-paralleled, behind closeddoors access to the footballer, father, family-man and friend in this moving and fascinating documentary. Through in-depth conversations, state of the art

football footage and never before seen archival footage, the film gives an astonishing insight into the sporting and personal life of triple Ballon D'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his career. From the makers of 'Senna' and 'Amy', Ronaldo takes audiences on an intimate and revealing journey of what it’s like to live as an iconic athlete in the eye of the storm.

Across: 1 Lizarazu, 5 Peck, 9 Magog, 10 Garaged, 11 Islington, 14 Ave., 15 Marrowfat, 18 Ear, 19 The Fringe, 20 Legwork, 22 Enter, 24 Wasp, 25 Gnashing. Down: 1 Lemsip, 2 Zig, 3 Regeneration, 4 Zag, 6 Edgbaston, 7 Kidder, 8 Transformers, 12 Lyme Regis, 13 Those, 16 Mellow, 17 Red rag, 21 Ken, 23 TUI.

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Exploring the Grey areas of traditional music

Fundraising Night

Gina & The Champions – Special Guests FUNDRAISING Night of music and Craic in aid of Compassionate Friends Ireland in Lawlor’s Hotel, Dungarvan on Friday, 6th November. The artists to perform on the night are Gina & The Champions, undoubtedly one of the top bands Ireland has ever produced. They had hits with numerous songs “Minnie, Minnie”,“Do You Wanna Do It”,“Drunken Sailor”, “Greatest Lover”, “Dragonfly” and the list goes on and on!!! Seabreeze Band from Waterford who are no strangers to the

area; Sandra O’Keeffe who has had 2 No 1 hits in the South East. Bill Flynn formerly the Keynotes band; The Bottle Brothers one of the finest wedding bands on the circuit. Finishing up the night will be WRL presenter John O’Shea. This night promises to be a night to remember with such a top class line-up of artists. Tickets €10 (including finger food) are available from the reception at Lawlors Hotel. Doors 8.00 p.m., show 9.00 p.m.

Dungarvan No Name Club (FUN WITHOUT ALCOHOL) HALLOWE’EN DISCO (Wednesday, 28th October) It seems like it was just yesterday that the schools reopened after the Summer holidays but already the Midterm break is almost upon us. Schools close next week for the Hallowe’en break and of course the No Name Club Hallowe’en Disco takes place on Wednesday 28th, October in Creation. As ever at this time of year we encourage those attending to dress up for the occasion in their best horror fancy dress. We will have prizes for the best costumes on the night. This year’s Disco promises to be great with the venue ghostified in a Hallowe’en theme and the DJ breaking out his zombie tunes. If you are coming to celebrate at our Disco please note that ALL No Name Club events are strictly non-alcohol. The Disco starts at 9 pm and finishes at 12:00 Midnight. It is open to all teens from third year upwards. Tickets are available on the night and are priced at €10. VISIT TO NIGHTMARE REALM Our club members recently had the first trip away of the new club year when 2 coaches headed to

Cork for the Nightmare Realm. Great fun was had by all. A few people psyched themselves out of entering the Realm and there were even reports of some people fainting with the shock. We stopped in KFC on the way and it’s great to report that the new gang are up and running and everyone participating and having fun. It all bodes well for a great year ahead in No Name Club. MEETING TONIGHT (WED 21ST) Our regular weekly club meeting takes place this evening (Wed) and all members are reminded to return their completed membership forms.We are also asking any of our new members who are musically inclined to bring in their instruments

this evening as we may have a bit of a session going on. ADULT COMMITTEE AGM The Annual General Meeting of our Adult Committee took place recently and the following officers were elected for 2015/16. Chairperson – Mary Leahy; Secretary/PRO - John Donovan; Treasurer – Cordelia Burke & Designated Officer – Paddy Fitzgerald. We have also had some new adult volunteers join us recently and that is wonderful news for the club, welcome Teresa and Jennifer. DIARY DATES Wed 21st Oct, Weekly meeting in Fusion at 8 pm Wed 28th Oct, Hallowe’en Disco in Creation 9 pm -12 Midnight.

I KNOW many people who say they love traditional music but when you ask them about bluegrass they say “what's that?” or “definitely not!” I know music is a matter of personal taste and I certainly don't expect anyone to have the broad spectrum of interest that I am blessed with!! But I still take pains to emphasise that bluegrass music, plus even more the Old Time Appalachian Music that is one of its mainsprings, are the traditional music of White America. Similarly, blues and jazz are the traditional music of black or African America. These musics are as important culturally, and express as much historically and sociologically of America's people, as Irish Traditional Music does here. Of even more relevance to bluegrass and old time music is the huge input that Irish Traditional music contributed to their development so far across the Atlantic. So many bluegrass and old time artists I've met here have said to me about their music; “Well, it's really all your music, man!” Nearly every American musician understands totally the enormous influence that our music has on theirs. So it's no surprise that, when we open our ears, our brain and our heart fully, we can totally recognise and identify with these other alien but strangely familiar idioms. A perfect example of this phenomenon is the amazing Sara Grey. When I first heard her I was immediately and electrifyingly caught and drawn in to her powerful passionate singing and the hypnotic trance-like rhythms of her music. She stamps her feet on the ground with an inexorable, primitive and resounding beat like a bass drum. Her frailing patterns on the 5-string banjo are comparatively simple but wonderfully exciting and satisfying. When I say simple, of course, it's because she makes it look so simple. One of the essential characteristics of great art is to hide the artistry, even the artist, as in the ideal, “The Art which conceals Art”. And then there are the songs she sings with such passion and commitment and consummate story-telling ability. They are largely the great old Mountain Ballads of the Appalachians, a worthy counter-part to the great Sean-Nos “Big Songs” of Irish tradition and especially the “Child ballads” of English tradition which form the basis for the best of the American Old Time canon. Some of these songs date back to the 14th century and beyond! They're so old that we cant say how old they are.

When people accuse me of being old-fashioned, living in the past and just being a bore singing and talking of these songs, I respond by pointing out that rather than thinking they're so old that they should be forgotten, their guarantee of quality is that they have been “edited by time”! In other words, they could not possibly have survived so long in what was mainly an oral tradition, very seldom being written down, if they were not so expressive, so memorable, so beautiful, and above all so important psychologically in dealing with our inconscious, our id!. As I always say they are the thrillers, the horror movies, the love stories of their age! Long before anyone had access to film, television, radio, even widespread books and literacy, good reading light etc, these songs entertained and instructed people through the long winter nights, while the wind and rain was howling outside the door and people were clustered together lovingly and fearfully around the fire. More even than being valuable as instruction and entertainment, these age-old stories enabled people to deal with their own demons and the terrors surrounding them, just as horror movies, ghost stories and the vast vampire industry does today. In this they fulfilled the same vital function for young people and adults as the great fairy tales, as collected by the Brothers Grimm and Andrew Lang, did for children. Because they were essential for people's healthy mental development, they were loved and embraced and lived for centuries, never losing their appeal up to our present age, when political correctness and of course the short attention span and lack of sustained interest engendered by television sound bites and computer and I-Phone Text-speak have created, are proving the single biggest threat that the venerable and extremely ancient art of storytelling has ever faced. So, end of sermon; just stand up for old-fashioned Narrative – it needs all your assistance and support to survive. One way to give your support is to come along to the latest in Sean's Wonderful “Gig sa Tigh” Concerts in Tigh an Cheoil, Baile na nGall, Ring on Wednesday, October 28th, at 9.00 p.m. Just in case the pomposity of my lecture puts you off, Sara Grey herself is the perfect antidote to the sociological importance of her material. In person, she is a powerful presence and full of life and energy and is really able to put over the songs and tunes and make them totally enjoyable. She

has great stories about the songs and is extremely passionate in their performance. She is, as they call it in the Balkans, a Story-Singer, a wonderful phase exactly summing up how important narrative is in song. In short, she is an American version of Ann Mulqueen, who was such a wonderful guest recently in the Dungarvan Singers Club. Even better, she is accompanied by two extremely talented musicians Kieron Means, who happens to be her son, and Ben Paley, who happens to be the son of a truly legendary old-time and bluegrass musician from the early ’60s,Tom Paley, who was himself most admired by Bob Dylan and Joan Baez, Pete Seeger and all the early folk revivalists. Tom actually played with the folk legend Woody Guthrie and was a founder member of the New Lost City Ramblers, one of the most influential folk groups ever! Tom himself said “it didn't feel particularly revolutionary to me but I understood we had quite an impact on young people like Dylan”. The Grateful Dead were also highly inspired and influenced by Paley. In the same way, Ben has been heavily steered into this old-time repertoire by his famous father Tom and of course Tom's famous friends and collaborators. Not only was Tom one of the great figures of the American Folk Revival, but his mother Claudine Gould was a singer also and his stepfather Ron Gould a greater writer in jazz, folk and country. Ben himself subsequently and not surprisingly became an expert not only on American old time bluegrass and folk but on Irish traditional Music (as he grew up in England and participated in many Irish Sessions) and on Swedish fiddle music in which he wrote one of the classic standard works in English. He has worked with the worldrenowned composer Michael Nyman and with Damon Albarn of the Group Blur! He has played with the Saw Doctors, the Levellers and English dance band the Sussex Pistols. He plays fiddle, banjo and guitar. He also still works with his father Tom who is still alive and well and musically active at the age of 87. You see music is good for you and keeps you alive and hearty well beyond the pension! Tom and Ben released a new album in May of this year! Check it out. It's wonderful. One reviewer said of Ben: “He is fabulously gifted, naturally talented and has the ability to ignite your emotions or break your heart slowly”. Sara's own son Kieron is a singer himself and a guitar

Sara Grey player of great merit. Born in the U.S he grew up in England with the music of both traditions and is very versatile. But to me, he is at his best singing the stirring primitive uplifting music of old time Appalachia. Check out his version of “Boll Weevil” on U-Tube. It's a perfect sample of what “Old Time” is all about. He features blues in his repertoire as well as old-time. Sara herself, and the trio as a whole, particularly love to feature the great songs that crossed the Atlantic to America, and they have a few albums that cover this musical migration. For this reason and for many others they love to play in Ireland, and particularly in places like Tigh an Cheoil, itself a very hotspot of Irish traditional music and song. She'll be blown away by Sean's singing as he will be by her's!! So don't miss this really important cross-cultural event so close to your own home. Forget the telly for one night and plug in to the National, International and Time Travel Grids all in one go, by making the pilgrimage to the Ultimate “House of Music”, Tigh an Cheoil, to hear American Gospel, blues and folk songs, old time fiddle and banjo tunes, and of course the great bible of folk music the world over, all the wonderful narrative ballads dating back to the 15th century, played with passion, excitement and harmony in the time-honoured Appalachian Mountain style. How often do you get the chance to hear this unique and stirring music in Ireland, not to mind a few miles from your home. Check it out and don't be crying to me afterwards that you missed it! DON'T FORGET Sara Grey, Kieron Means and Tom Paley on banjo, guitar and fiddle and of course heartfelt vocals. Venue: Tigh An Cheoil, Baile na nGall, Ring, Dungarvan. Time: Wednesday, 28th October, at 9.00 p.m. Price: €10. Booking: Sean Mac Craith (087) 9898560.

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‘Cirque du Freak’ will visit Kilmeaden Station for the Spooky Express THE inspiration for this year’s Spooky Express at the Waterford & Suir Valley Railway, Kilmeaden came from the novel by Darran Shan, Cirque du Freak, which features a wonderfully gothic freak show with weird, frightening half human creatures. This spooky, fun evening is now an annual and very popular date on the railways calendar of events. Maria Kyte, Business Development Manager for the Waterford & Suir Valley Railway says “The Spooky Express is the railways most popular event. It is different, great fun and captures people’s imagination. It takes a tremendous voluntary effort to organise and run the Spooky Express. From design to set-up on the day and operating in the evening over 60 volunteers will help out. Some sounds and scenes along the route are pretty

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Ronaldo World Premiere Live Monday, 9th November, at 7.00 p.m. Filmed over 14 months with unprecedented access into the inner circle of the man and the sport, this is the first official and fully authorised film of one of the most celebrated figures in football. For the first time ever, the world gets vividly candid and un-paralleled, behind-closed-doors access to the footballer, father, family-man and friend in this moving & fascinating documentary. Through in-depth conversations, state of the art football footage and never before seen archival footage, the film gives an astonishing insight into the sporting and personal life of triple Ballon D'Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo at the peak of his career. From the makers of 'Senna' and 'Amy', Ronaldo takes audiences on an intimate and revealing journey of what it’s like to live as an iconic athlete in the eye of the storm. The Dungarvan Observer, in association with SGC Dungarvan, has a pair of tickets to give away to the lucky winner of our competition. All you have to do is answer the following question and post your entries into Ronaldo Competition, Dungarvan Observer, Shandon, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford, on or before 12 noon on Tuesday, 3rd November. Editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

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scary so it is more suitable for older children. Children react differently in this situation so we ask parents to please use their discretion when deciding to bring young children along.” Only the very brave will board the Spooky Express on Saturday, 24th October, to journey into the unknown. Ticket holders will board the train at Kilmeaden Station and as they travel the 8 km round trip through the dark countryside and along the banks of the River Suir, they will have lots of scary encounters. Six trips are planned for the evening. The times are 5.15 p.m., 6.00 p.m., 6.45 p.m., 7.30 p.m., 8.15 p.m. and 9.00 p.m. Tickets are priced at €13.00 for adults and €10.00 for children. Tickets must be booked and paid for in advance of the evening.

THE 4th Waterford Abbeyside Cub Scouts enjoyed a busy week starting with the annual investiture ceremony on Thursday night. The new arrivals to the Group had been working hard to learn the Cub Scout Promise and Law. On the night the Cubs followed the time honoured tradition to recite the Promise and Law before the Leaders, the Scouting Ireland flag and the 4th Waterford Abbeyside Scout Group flag. After successfully completing the Promise the Cubs formally received their neckerchief, woggle, cap, clan badge and a warm welcome to the Group! After the celebrations of the Investiture, the next occasion was the Flag Day collection in Dungarvan. This is the one weekend in the year where the Scout Group comes out into the community to request support for the Group’s activities. The Cubs and Leaders played their part on Saturday and helped with collections at various points around the town. A big thank-you to all those people in the town that made a contribution. Your support is very much appreciated! To round off the week

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rucksacks before continuing on further up the vale. The Scouts and some leaders prepared a fire lighting skills session. During the walk through the vale some of the Cubs must have turned wild as they daubed their faces with blackberry juice and took one of the Leaders as their prisoner.The Leader was duely marched back to the Glen and presented for trial at the campfire. Luckily, the call for lunch seemed to distract the wild Cubs and the Leader escaped unscathed. After lunch the Cubs enjoyed roasting marshmallows on the fire. A new experience for some of the new guys to the Group.The

smiles said it all. The final activity before heading for home was a roam through the woods on the Northern bank of the river looking for sticks that best resembled guns. The Cubs were highly imaginative with some claiming the logs on their shoulders looked like rocket launchers or bazookas. And so the trek home. Taking a slightly different route with a few extra hills ensured the Cubs arrived back at Glenshelane car park weary but delighted with a fun day out. Some still sporting their menacing blackberry camouflage, much to the delight of their parents! Well done to all!

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Doreann Conway – Student to Guest Speaker WHEN the Presentation Sisters and the Sisters of Mercy Schools decided to amalgamate to maximise the benefits for their students twenty-five years ago, they brought together over 300 years of tradition in education for girls in this town and district. It would be impossible to quantify the benefits which accrued to six generations of girls who went on to become successful women in all walks of professional life as well as those who chose to stay at home to prepare the next generation for the outside world. It is now twenty-five years since the amalgamation, a fact which was referred to at the Annual Awards Ceremony in the school recently, where one of the many successful alumni (should that be alumnae?) returned to share her memories and experiences with the student honorees, their families and teachers.

Watching the skies NOT being much of an astronomer myself, preferring to navigate by GPS, problematic as that may be sometimes, I can just about make out the Plough in the starry constellations and can then discern the North Star as a result. Tonight, Wednesday, 21st October, is the optimum night for viewing the meteorites from the Orionid shower which occurs every October and is composed of debris strewn by Halley’s comet, which travels close to the Earth roughly every 76 years. When the dust grains strike the Earth’s atmosphere at 37 miles a second they burn up, appearing as white streaks of light. Although visible throughout the whole of October, the shower peaks on October 21st. Normally, the shower produces 20 or so meteors per hour and are known as Orionids because they appear to radiate out from a point in the constellation of Orion. The best time to see them is in the early hours of the morning, by which time Orion has risen well above the southern horizon. October is a good time to be looking up at the skies, even if the Orionids don’t work for you. Orion is super clear right now with Mars, Venus and Jupiter all easy to spot in the same part of the sky, even without a telescope.

Guest Speaker, Doireann Conway, daughter of former Ard Scoil Principal, Mrs. Angela Conway, and her husband, Joe, started her secondary education in 1990, on the first day that Árd Scoil began. “Doireann was an excellent student in every respect,” the current Principal, Mrs. Dorothy Hughes recalled to the capacity audience,“but she had a particular love of languages. Having achieved one of the highest national results in Junior Certificate German in 1993 she was awarded a Summer scholarship to study in Germany in 1994, the first of her many outstanding academic achievements.” In recognition of those achievements, Doireann won awards and scholarships in UCC, a scholarship to study at Friedrich Alexander University, ErlangenNürnberg in Germany, and there followed a number of Awards and

an M.A. in Applied Languages and Business at the University of Ulster, and an M.B.A. from Coventry University in 2004. Doireann worked in Nürmberg in Germany, in Marketing Communications at Siemens Production and Logistics for some time and since 2001 she has been a Lecturer in Languages and Marketing at Athlone Institute of Technology. Doireann congratulated the students, their parents, guardians and families on their combined achievements and said that it was also a night to celebrate the entire school community. “I have such happy memories of my time here and am proud to be an Ard Scoil girl” she said. “What stands out for me is the patience, encouragement and kindness of the teaching staff, who inspired me to pursue a career in lecturing. Languages have been central to

Doireann’s academic life and work and she spoke about why students should learn a language. “Languages are fun!,” she said. “Languages open doors to a world of opportunities. Languages increase your employability and your salary! “ “Languages are a passport to other worlds,” she continued. “An increasing number of graduates are making their careers overseas, and there is no doubt that multilingual skills are a major boost to their employability. “Ireland is a gateway to Europe. We are living in a global village, where international trade, travel and communication are part and parcel of daily life. Doireann concluded with the words of the great Nelson Mandela: "If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to a man in his own

Back to the future today! TODAY, Wednesday, 21st October is a significant one for a variety of reasons. Those who can recall their visit to the cinema in 1989 to see the then – and still – very popular film ‘Back to the Future II’ will remember that October 21st, 2015, was the date to which the characters Marty McFly (Michael J. Fox) and Doctor Emmett Brown (Christopher Lloyd) travel in their specially adapted car. In the film, the two characters travel from 1985 to 2015 in a time machine made out of a steel coloured DeLorean car with gull-wing doors. Marty has only just got back from the past, when he is once again picked up by ‘Doc’ and sent through time to the future. Marty's job is to pose as his own son to prevent him from being thrown in prison. Unfortunately, things get worse when the future changes the present. The 2015 to which they travel is a time period with highly advanced technology, including hovering skate-

boards and flying cars.Twenty-six years ago, the film-makers got many aspects of life a quarter of a century ahead, although flying de Loreans never did come to pass, as the Belfast car plant collapsed in the middle of the Northern Ireland Troubles. As one commentator put it: ‘The film came out long before the internet. There were no smartphones back then.Tablets were what you swallowed with jam, and apples were still things that grew on trees. “We had almost no consumer technology at all in those days.” But here was a movie that predicted a world of wonders. So, today Wednesday, October 21st, 2015, is ‘Back to the Future Day’ and no doubt there will be many who have the first (or more) flecks of silver in their hair who will look back with some affection on what was a very interesting film and will have their own memories of the event.

language, that goes to his heart." Wise words indeed from a wise man, quoted by a woman who sees no barriers and who has used

her love of, and her skills in languages to win for her an exciting and successful life and career.

Angela Conway (Chairperson of Board of Management), Doireann Conway (Guest Speaker) with her children Dara and Abby O’Callaghan, Dorothy Hughes (Principal). [Robert Power]

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Tallow's Aidan Kearney with the sliotar against Ballygunner's Brian O'Sullivan during the Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior hurling championship in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Ken Begley, J. J. Kavanagh & Sons (sponsors) presents the Man of the Match Award to Ballygunner's David O'Sullivan. Included are Emer Barry, PRO and Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Supporting Tallow in the Co. Senior Hurling final against Ballygunner were Trevor, Michelle, Elaine and Karen Sheehan with Aoife Tobin. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Tallow in the Co. Senior Hurling final against Ballygunner were Elaine Sheehan Amy Henley and Rhona Geary. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Tallow in the Co.Senior Hurling final against Ballygunner were Lee Curley, Cian Hogan, Kaylee and Kathlyn Hogan. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Tallow in the Co. Senior Hurling final against Ballygunner were Cora-Anne Sheehan and Ryan Murray.

Supporting Tallow in the Co. Senior Hurling final against Ballygunner were Ashley and Mickey Sheehan.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Supporting Tallow in the Co. Senior Hurling final against Ballygunner were Aine and Elizabeth Henley with Ruby Tobin. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Senior Hurling Final

Ballygunner confirms their placing as kingpins of Waterford hurling Ballygunner …………0-16; Tallow ………………0-12. REIGNING County Champions Ballygunner confirmed their position at the top of the County’s hurling ladder with a well deserved 0-4 win over a Tallow team that turned up on the day and gave a very good account of themselves in the Senior Hurling Final in Walsh Park last Sunday afternoon. The ’Gunners have now passed out Erin’s Own as the club with the second most amount of titles on fourteen wins with Mount Sion way out on their own with thirty five titles before their name. An attendance of 4,321 paid €18,613 to witness Ballygunner’s third title win this decade and their sixth overall since the turn of the century. From the outset, the ’Gunners were the more comfortable looking team and but for a tally of fourteen wides, they would have won out by a more comfortable margin. There wasn’t any green flag raised over the hour and the Tallow goalie Shaun O’Sullivan ensured so in the 44th minute when he made an absolutely terrific save from a Billy O’Keeffe piledriver. Tallow needed a goal to really threaten the winners but with Philip Mahony operating as an extra man in defence and mopping up delivery after delivery, this was not going to happen and the Bridesiders didn’t have one shot at Stephen O’Keeffe all day. Credit Tallow, though, four years ago, they were beaten by the ’Gunners on a score of 1-19 to 0-6, last Sunday, they were level at half-time at 0-8 each, also on equal scores in the 37th and in the 44th minutes and they enjoyed a 0-1 lead for seven minutes at the start of the second half. Ballygunner won without scoring for sixteen minutes, from the 22nd minute of the

first moiety to the seventh minute of the second and it took players such as team captain David O’Sullivan and minor Peter Hogan to eventually turn the screw on their opponents and to reach the winner’s enclosure. Tallow scored but 0-2 from play with minor player Ryan Grey again stepping up to the mark and he was the game’s top scorer with a tally of 0-10 (0-7f, 3’ 65’). His only miss over the hour was from a very long distant free in the 37th minute but overall, his nerve for a minor player on the big occasion was out of the top drawer. Thomas Ryan’s influence on the game was curtailed to a large degree but the few times he ran with the sliotar, he caused a stir, winning a free and in the 44th minute he fired over a levelling point at 0-10 each, it being a contender for score of the match. Sunday was a day when the experienced players shone and none more so than James Murray for Tallow and Shane O’Sullivan for the winners. Murray was outstanding in the centre of the Tallow defence and the only two decent ground strokes in the entire game came from him. O’Sullivan ran himself to a standstill for the ’Gunners and his three points in the first half were paramount to his side’s early domination. Aidan Kearney and David, Mark and Paul O’Brien were in the thick of the action throughout and they helped to ensure that the team wasn’t going to endure a second heavy defeat from the winners. There was no parade of the teams and no band present so following a well received rendition of the National Anthem by Dermot Keyes the action got under way. It was clear from the start that Ballygunner were the sharper unit and playing the better team hurling. A

Brian O’Sullivan pointed free was followed by Shane O’Sullivan’s first score in the second minute, but Stephen O’Keeffe had luck on his side in the 4th minute when he dropped a ball at the expense of a ’65 and it could have been worse. The teams were level by the 6th minute following a successful ‘65’ and a pointed free by Ryan Grey as Ballygunner’s tally of wides began to mount. Denis Walsh’s charges enjoyed their best period of the game from the 10th to the 22nd minutes when they stuck 0-5 from play via Brian O’Sullivan, David O’Sullivan (2), Shane O’Sullivan (2) and a successful ‘65’ from the first O’Sullivan. Tallow replied with a brace of Ryan Grey pointed placed ball attempts to leave the winners looking comfortable on the correct side of a 0-8 to 0-4 scoreline. Following a third Ryan Grey pointed free, Thomas Ryan got his first effective touch of the ball in the 27th minute and his run ended with winning a free which Ryan Grey, once again converted, 0-8 to 0-6. Peter Hogan had a decent goal chance for Ballygunner in the 30th minute but it was Tallow who finished the half the stronger with another Grey pointed free after Thomas Ryan was again fouled and a delightfully skilful point by Evan Sheehan in the first minute of added time, 0-8 to 0-8 at the break with Tallow, perhaps, the happier camp entering the dressing rooms. Twenty five seconds into the restart and Tallow were ahead for the first time on foot of a Ryan Grey pointed ‘65’, followed by a wide by Paul O’Brien and a wide from a goal effort by Brian O’Sullivan after a lengthy puck-out by Stephen O’Keeffe. Tallow held this lead for seven minutes before the ’Gunners’ captain David O’Sullivan led

by example and levelled the game at 0-9 each. A second pointed Brian O’Sullivan free regained the winner’s lead but after Shaun O’Sullivan had saved a certain goal, Thomas Ryan levelled the match again with a super score from the halfway line near the sideline on the opposite side of the field to the stand. It was David O’Sullivan, who again led the charge to the winners enclosure with a 44th minute lead score and both he and Barry Coughlan combined for a Peter Hogan point two minutes later. Ballygunner were enjoying their best period in the second half and further points by Peter Hogan and Brian O’Sullivan from a Shane O’Sullivan pass provided a match winning looking lead in the 53rd minute at 0-15 to 0-11. This was all the more so as Tallow never looked like breaching their opponent’s defence for a goal and their final score came in the 56th minute, from the usual source, a Ryan Grey pointed free, 0-15 to 0-12. Ballygunner substitute Tim O’Sullivan erased any lingering doubts of an upset when he dissected the posts in the 58th minute to give his team a two score advantage with the clock running down. Overall, the standard of play wasn’t great with the extra man in defence tactic once again ruining a match and practically ensuring that goals were unlikely to be scored. However, the fare did liven up somewhat in the final quarter during which the entertainment value of this latest County Final was at its highest. PRESENTATION Chairman of the County Board Paddy Joe Ryan presented the News and Star Cup to the winning Ballygunner captain David O’Sullivan amid scenes of

Tallow who lost to Ballygunner in the Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior hurling championship in Walsh Park.

Ballygunner's Peter Hogan in action with Tallow's Ryan Grey during the Final of the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Waterford Senior hurling championship in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] considerable excitement. The Gunners captain was also voted Man of the Match. Ballygunner’s Top Three: David O’Sullivan, Shane O’Sullivan, Brian O’Sullivan. Tallow’s Top Three: James Murray, David O’Brien, Shaun O’Sullivan. Observer’s Man of the Match: David O’Sullivan. Number of Scorers: Ballygunner 6. Tallow 3. Scores from Play: Ballygunner 0-13. Tallow 0-2. Frees For: Ballygunner 8. Tallow 6. Wides: Ballygunner 14. Tallow 3. Score of the Match: Ballygunner’s 46th minute point, engineered by Barry

Coughlan and David O’Sullivan and executed by Peter Hogan. SCORERS Ballygunner: Brian O’Sullivan 0-5 (2f, 1’ 65’), Shane O’Sullivan and David O’Sullivan 0-3 each. Conor Power and Peter Hogan 0-2 each, Tim O’Sullivan 0-1. Tallow: Ryan Grey 0-10 (7f, 3’ 65’), Evan Sheehan and Thomas Ryan 0-1 each. Ballygunner: Stephen O’Keeffe; Ian Kenny, Barry Coughlan, Eddie Hayden; Shane Walsh, Harley Barnes, Philip Mahony; Billy O’Keeffe, David O’Sullivan; J. J. Hutchinson, Shane O’Sullivan, Barry O’Sullivan; Brian O’Sullivan, Peter Hogan, Conor Power.

Subs: Tim O’Sullivan for JJ Hutchinson (37), Stephen Power for Billy O’Keeffe (56), Conor Sheehan for Conor Power (59). Tallow: Shaun O’Sullivan; Kenneth Kearney, David O’Brien, Mark O’Brien; Aidan Kearney, James Murray, Jake Neville; Paul O’Brien, Kieran Geary; Bob McCarthy, Thomas Ryan, William Henley; Evan Sheehan, Jordan Henley, Ryan Grey. Subs: Paul Kearney for Bob McCarthy (42), Brian McCarthy for Jake Neville (51), Shane Feeney for William Henley (57), Jake Beecher for Jordan Henley (61). Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Abbeyside Ladies Football U-13 Co. Champions. L-R: CAPTAIN Dearbhla Beresford Captain, Aeva-May Conway and Kate Byrne after the final whistle in a very close contest.

Abbeyside Ladies u-13 just edged out St. Pats by one point in the Dungarvan GAA grounds last week. Congratulations to all the girls and team coach Eoin Phelan assisted by Peter Jordan and Siobhan. Abbeyside Ladies Football U-13 Co. Champions. Back Row L-R: Sarah Phelan, Aeva-May Conway, Cliona McGrath, Emma Burns, Fiona Roche, Anna Walsh, Caoimhe Earley, Aoife Walsh, Kate Byrne, Ellen Power, Mia Kiely, Emma Phelan, Eoin Phelan Coach. Back Row L- R: Aoife Renton, Lauren Maher, Kaia McGovern, Laura Morrissey, Heather O'Reilly, Lucy Walsh, Aoibheann O'Grady. And the very front row Dearbhla Beresford, Captain.

County secretary Tim McEnery presents The Premium Butcher Under 13 B county camogie trophy to Brickey Rangers ladies joint captains Aine O’Neill and Emily Murphy after their win in Fraher Field.

Waterford GAA Eddie O'Donnell Monumental Works Eastern Under 21 A Hurling Championship Mt. Sion 3-15; Passage 2-7. Clonea 1-14; Erins Own 0-11. J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Senior Football Championship Knock-out Ballinacourty 1-12; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 0-6. J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Intermediate Football Final Bunmahon 0-10; Ballinameela 1-7. J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Co. Junior B Hurling Final Dunhill 1-17; Brickey Rangers 0-7. J. J. Kavanagh & Sons Senior Hurling Championship Knock-out Ballygunner 0-16; Tallow 0-12. County U-16 Hurling Division 1 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch Mt. Sion 1-13; De La Salle 0-13. County U-16 Hurling Division 2 Knock-out Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch Clonea 5-17; Naomh Carthaigh 2-17. County U-16 Hurling Division 3 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch St Molleran's 3-10; Ballyduff Upper 2-12. County U-16 Hurling Division 4 Knockout Waterford GAA Supporters Club Dublin Branch St Saviour's 5-13; Ardmore 3-7. East U-11 Gaelic Football Division 1 Gaultier 2-9; Micheal MacCraith Tramore 2-3. East U-12 Gaelic Football Division 1 Micheal MacCraith Tramore 5-10; Kilmacthomas 6-3. Ferrybank W/O Mt. Sion Gaultier W/O St Mary's Juvenile East U-15 Hurling Division 1 Ballygunner 0-13; Roanmore 0-5. East U15 Hurling Division 2 Micheal MacCraith Tramore 4-14; Ballyduff Lower 0-4. Passage 5-20; Ballyduff Lower 1-8. Micheal MacCraith Tramore 4-12; St Mary's Juvenile 2-2. East U-15 Hurling Division 3 Clan na Gael 7-11; St Saviour's 2-3. Ferrybank 7-9; Portlaw 1-4. PP U-14 Football A CBS Tramore Secondary 2-8; De La Salle College Waterford 1-3. PP U-14 Football B Group 2 CBS Mount Sion 4-4; Gael Colaiste Phort Lairge 1-4. Town & Country U-12 Gaelic Football Division 1 Ger Wyley Sports Stradbally 1-2; Kilrossanty 1-1. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg 1-2; Rathgormack 1-1. Town & Country U-12 Gaelic Football Division 2 Ger Wyley Sports An Ghaeltacht W/O Ardmore Cappoquin W/O Naomh Carthaigh -

Jubiliant players and coaches celebrate after the Brickey Ranger camogie team won the Under 13 B county final against An Rinn recently in Fraher Field.

Waterford Ladies Football U-14 County Trials IN the last Number of years in the U-14 Category, Waterford U-14 County teams have won 3 in row Munster B Titles and have been involved in three Al-Ireland B Finals, winning two out of the three of those All-Ireland B Finals. Last year was a very successful year, we beat Kerry in the Munster A Semi Final to reach the A final, this was a great achievement for Waterford ladies football as a Waterford U-14 County team hadn't reached an Munster final A for the previous 10 years. On the day, our girls came up just short against a very strong Cork side. In the Munster B final the girls faced up to a strong Tipperary side. On the first day, Tipperary scored a goal

in the last few seconds of the game to equalise and earn a replay. In the replay, played in Stradbally the two teams could not be separated at the end of normal time and the game went to extra time, which Tipperary, who were to go on and become All Ireland champions, won by a point. On the panel last year, we had girls from the age of 11 on panel and even starting on the team. So Parents don't be shy in leaving the younger girls in!!! On behalf of the Waterford U-14 management, we would like to invite all girls from all clubs that are eligible for under 14 football for 2016 to try out for these trials for Waterford U-14 Team 2016. If any girl is interested, Parents please contact Ciara

Dunphy at 086-2486708 for further information. STRUCTURE OF TRAINING Training will be on every Wednesday Night and Saturday Morning. On championship weekend training sessions will be on Tuesday and Thursday nights. DATES FOR THE DIARY FOR TRIALS 7th (Saturday) and 8th (Sunday) November, 2015 Venue: Stradbally Time: 10.00 am to 12.00 for both days Registration: 09.30am PEIL MAGAZINE Peil magazine is an on-line magazine published quarterly to highlight Ladies Football. The Autumn magazine is available on-line now and it is

packed full of news from the All-Ireland finals Day in Croke Park as well as the Minor and under 16 finals. Waterford Ladies football features prominently in it with our Intermediate success over Kildare and our under 16s win against Roscommon. Also in this edition in the “big interview” section is an in depth interview with intermediate star Maria Delahunty on her very busy and successful year.The magazine can be downloaded for free from the Ladies Football website at www.ladiesgaelic.ie. ALL STAR NOMINATIONS Congratulations to Linda Wall, Aileen Wall and Maria Delahunty who are among the 45 players who have been nominated for an All

Star based on their performances in 2015. The results will be announced at a gala ceremony in CityWest Hotel Dublin on Saturday, November 14th. PRESENTATION NIGHT The Intermediate & Under 16 Munster and All Ireland Medal Presentation Night will take place on Saturday, 7th November 2015 at The Park Hotel, Dungarvan. Ticket Price €30 each. Time: 7 p.m. sharp 4 course meal MC: Cyril Farrell Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis. Please book early to avoid disappointment as tickets won't be available on the night and we expect them to sell very fast.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

JJ Kavanagh County Intermediate Football Final

Jim Curran’s point denies Bunmahon County title Bunmahon ………….. 0-10; Ballinameela ………….. 1-7. BALLINAMEELA’S unimpressive displays through the knockout stages of this year’s Intermediate Football Championship continued at the Fraher Field last Saturday evening in front of an attendance that paid €2,040. Bunmahon were the better side throughout this tough and hard hitting encounter, they played the best team football in each half and, in a tight game, they controlled the scoreboard for all but the last six minutes and the three minutes of added time. On the other hand, credit Ballinameela, they are still in the championship without playing to their full potential and if they could play like they did at the end of this drawn game for a longer time in the replay this Wednesday evening, their name can be on the cup for a fourth time to add to previous wins in 1979, 2009 and 2012. Bunmahon were quick out of the traps at a splendid looking Fraher Field on a good night for a game and they led by 0-4 to 0-0 at the end of the first quarter. Their number 6 John Roche

opened the scoring after just 55 seconds and in an overall low scoring encounter, Dylan Power, Kieran Buckley from a Richie Walsh pass and John Fenton all put the Eastern champions in control on the scoreboard. The Kenny Hassett trained outfit lost their midfielder Patrick Queally through injury as early as the 12th minute and he was replaced by Jeff Hally. Bunmahon’s veteran player Richie Walsh was very influential throughout this game and at an early stage, Micheal Culloo was moved to mark him in an attempt to counteract this. Ballinameela eventually opened their account in the 16th minute when their best player on the night, Jim Curran pointed from play. His half twin Tom followed up with a pointed free three minutes later and for all of Bunmahon’s dominance, Ballinameela had them within their sights on a scoreline of 0-4 to 0-2. Man of the Match, Micheal Harney placed Niall Queally for a 26th minute point and right on the call of normal time, a second Tom Curran pointed free ended the first half scoring.

Bunmahon’s five first half points all came from play and from five different players which best describes their control of the first half proceedings. Kealan Looby replaced John Harrington for the second half and after just 45 seconds, a third Tom Curran pointed free left the minimum between the sides. Bunmahon’s Richie Walsh was equally as involved in the second half action and he and Jonathan Fenton combined to place Kieran Buckley for his second score. Walsh pointed frees in the 40th and in the 47th minutes as his team enjoyed a 0-8 to 0-4 advantage and at this stage, they looked to have one hand on the cup. However, they failed to get out of sight and a point from play by Brian Phelan and a fourth and final Tom Curran pointed free kept Ballinameela in the game with 51 minutes on the clock, 0-8 to 0-6. Bunmahon’s midfielder Micheal Harney, as usual, covered every blade of grass in the Fraher Field and he gave his team the initiative once again in the 52nd minute with a white flag on

receipt of the ball from Jonathan Fenton. The match came to life in the 54th minute when a Jim Curran right legged delivery into the town end goal was hand finished to the net by Brian Phelan and this levelled matters for the first time and it ensured a fitting climax to an average enough game overall. There was no further scoring for four minutes as the outcome hung in the balance but Richie Walsh again led by example when he lofted over a score from the most difficult of angles near the sideline on the Curran’s Boithrin side of the field, a point that would have been worthy of winning a County Final but not to be on this occasion. With the title slipping away from them, there was an urgency about Ballinameela now and they were camped in the Bunmahon half of the field for the remaining combined five minutes of play in an attempt to salvage a draw. Both Tom and Jim Curran were wide with scoring efforts but when Bunmahon won a free and elected to go short, Ballinameela gained possession of the size 5 and Jim Curran did exceptionally well

to hold off a handful of markers, make his way into a scoring position and then loft over a match saving equaliser at the very death. Bunmahon were the better side over the hour but they never put enough daylight between the teams. Despite an inadequate display, Ballinameela are still in contention for honours and both teams will start from scratch again this Wednesday evening back at the same venue. Bunmahon’s Top Three: Micheal Harney, Richie Walsh, Kieran Buckley. Ballinameela’s Top Three: Jim Curran, Kevin Phelan, Tom Curran. Observer’s Man of the Match: Micheal Harney. Number of Scorers: Bunmahon 7. Ballinameela 3. Scores from Play: Bunmahon 0-8. Ballinameela 1-3. Frees For: Bunmahon 22. Ballinameela 18. Wides: Bunmahon 3. Ballinameela 4. Score of the Match: Jim Curran’s 63rd minute point to bring the game to a replay. Scorers – Bunmahon: Richie Walsh 0-3 (2f), Kieran Buckley 0-2, John Roche, Dylan Power, Jonathan Fenton, Niall Queally and Micheal Harney 0-1 each. Ballinameela: Brian Phelan 1-1,

Tom Curran 0-4f, Jim Curran 0-2. Bunmahon: Brendan Murphy; Eoin Fitzgerald, Kieran Roche, Fionn Buckley; Niall Queally, Jonathan Fenton, John Roche; Patrick Queally, Micheal Harney; Richie Walsh, Kieran Buckley, Kieran Hearne; Dylan Power, Shane Dwan, Conal Queally. Subs: Jeff Hally for Patrick Queally (inj) (12). Ballinameela: James McGrath; Stephen McGrath, Colin Walsh, Shane Flavin; Jason McGrath, Kevin Phelan, Micheal Shine; Brian Phelan, Lorcan Looby; Mikey Phelan, Tom Curran, John Harrington; Jim Mikey Phelan (46), Cian Culloo for Stephen McGrath. Referee: Tommy Sullivan (Affane).

REPLAY Due to the Munster Club

championship being played in the Fraher Field, this Sunday, October 25th against the Limerick Champions Oola at 2 pm, the replay goes ahead this Wednesday at the same venue at 7.30 p.m., which is an early enough time for a number of players travelling from work from Dublin for the game. Both teams are likely to be missing a player due to injury, Patrick Queally for Bunmahon and Lorcan Looby for Ballinameela. The Eastern champions are favoured to finish the job at the second attempt this evening but Ballinameela will have other ideas about this. Forecast: Bunmahon.

COUNTY INTERMEDIATE FOOTBALL FINALS SINCE THE MILLENNIUM YEAR Year Winner Opponent 2014 Brickey Rangers 3-8; Portlaw 1-11 2013 De La Salle 0-14; Ballyduff Upper 0-6 2012 Ballinameela 0-12; De La Salle 1-8 2011 Dungarvan 1-7; John Mitchels 0-3 2010 Clashmore 1-13; John Mitchels 1-7 2009 Ballinameela (1-4) 1-16; Ballyduff Lower (0-7) 1-13 2008 Tramore 0-12; Geraldines 0-10 2007 John Mitchels 1-10; Ballinameela 0-9 2006 Brickey Rangers 0-11 Kill 1-3 2005 Rinn O gCuanach 0-10; De La Salle 1-6 2004 Gaultier 0-10; Brickey Rangers 1-5 2003 John Mitchels 0-8; Ballinameela 0-6 2002 Clashmore 2-8; Newtown 0-11 2001 Kilmacthomas (0-9) 1-13; Rinn O gCuanach (1-6) 0-4 2000 Lismore 2-8; Gaultier 1-6

Bunmahon who drew with Ballinameela in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Intermediate Football final in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Ballinameela who drew with Bunmahom in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Intermediate Football final in Fraher Field.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Disappointing start for Blackwater C.S. to Harty Cup Group games De La Salle …………1-20; Blackwater C.S. ……1-13. THE Fraher Field hosted this first round Waterford derby Group A Harty Cup game last Wednesday afternoon with De La Salle taking the valuable two points on offer in a potentially difficult Group that also includes Árd Scoil Rís, Hamilton High School Bandon and Midleton CBS. The star of the show was under 16 player Thomas Douglas, playing at full forward, who finished the hour with a personal tally of 0-14 (7f) as well as setting up his team’s 32nd minute goal for Eddie Meaney. Under strong pressure, Douglas dissected the posts at will and even at this young age, he has laid down a marker as a potential star of the future. Blackwater started without Ryan Grey and Jake Beecher with Sunday’s County Senior final in mind probably and this undoubtedly took from the team’s challenge for the points on the day. The Shandon venue was in excellent condition and the weather played its part with Blackwater starting the livelier, holding an end of first quarter lead of 1-6 to 0-4. Their first score was a goal when Lismore’s Iarlaith Daly supplied the sliotar for his clubmate Jack Prendergast to finish the move into the country end goal in the third minute. Blackwater continually played the ball into their effective full forward Aaron Sullivan and he, Andrew Casey, Darragh Buckley, twice and Eoghan Murray, from a free, all split the posts in their team’s best period in the game. However, Blackwater shot a tally of ten first half wides and this was a root cause of their early second half demise. Thomas Douglas was the winner’s target man up front and he accounted for 0-3 (2f)

in the first quarter with Erin’s Own’s Eoin Daly also hitting the target. Douglas’ influence on the game increased as time went on and he struck a further 0-3 (1f) before the short whistle with Ballygunner’s Harry Ruddle also raising a white flag from his midfield position. With the supply of the ball decreasing into the Blackwater full forward division, they were confined to just two second quarter points via a Jack Prendergast pointed free and a second point from Ballyduff’s Andrew Casey while instead of trailing by 1-8 to 0-8 at the break, De La Salle could have gone in a goal ahead but for the brilliance of Modeligo’s Cian O’Byrne in the town end goal. His first stop denied Thomas Douglas what looked like a certain goal while, subsequently, he very bravely came out to put himself in the line of a Douglas piledriver to confine the Man of the Match to white flags throughout. Ballysaggart’s Stephen Mangan pointed a contender for score of the match on the restart, but the scoreboard dried up on the Blackwater side as De La Salle recorded an unanswered 1-6 by the 41st minute. The winner’s half-back line of Mikey Costigan (DLS) and the Mooincoin pairing of Paul Hennebry and Mark Kearns took over completely along with their midfield duo of Donal Power (Passage) and the Gunners’ Harry Ruddle. De La Salle were level by the 33rd minute, following a tap in goal by Eddie Meaney after a Thomas Douglas effort and the latter’s seventh point. Five minutes later, the winners were 0-3 ahead, courtesy of 0-2f by Douglas and a point from play by Mooncoin’s Paul Hennebry as Blackwater couldn’t get a foothold in the game. Douglas and Harry

Ruddle added further scores before Andrew Casey pointed Blackwater’s first point in twelve minutes to leave his side 0-4 in arrears at 1-14 to 1-10. Casey’s point was badly needed but Thomas Douglas was consistant in his scoring rate as he added another 0-4 (2f) in the final quarter with white flags also coming from Jeff Cahill and a left footed kick by Erins Own’s Daniel Coady. Points by Jack Prendergast, 0-2 (1f) and by Kelvyn O’Farrell kept De La Salle in sight in the final quarter but they were never going to deny Dermot Dooley’s charges their first two Harty Cup points. While Douglas was the star for the winners, they were also well served by such as Harry Ruddle, Donal Power, Paul Hennebry, Mark Kearns, Eoin Daly and Daniel Coady. Blackwater received good performances from such as Cian O’Byrne, in goal, Iarlaith Daly, Dylan Mangan, Aaron Whelan, Aaron Sullivan, Cathal Geary, Darragh Buckley and Andrew Casey. De La Salle’s Top Three: Thomas Douglas, Paul Hennebry, Harry Ruddle. Blackwater’s Top Three: Andrew Casey, Cian O’Byrne, Aaron Sullivan. Observer’s Man of the Match: Thomas Douglas. Number of Scorers: DLS 7. Blackwater 6. Scores from Play: DLS 1-13. Blackwater 1-10 Frees For: DLS 9. Blackwater 8. Wides: DLS 7. Blackwater 11. Score of the Match: Steven Mangan’s 31st minute point for Blackwater. Scorers – De La Salle: Thomas Douglas 0-14 (0-7f), Eddie Meaney 1-0, Harry Ruddle 0-2, Eoin Daly, Paul Hennebry, Jeff Cahill and Daniel Coady 0-1 each. Blackwater C.S.: Jack Prendergast 1-3 (2f), Andrew Casey 0-4, Darragh Buckley 0-2, Eoghan Murray 0-2f, Steven

Mangan and Kelvyn O’Farrell 0-1 each. De La Salle: Ronan Ryan (Piltown); Darragh Hogan (Ballygunner), Lee Wall (De La Salle), Nick Byrne (Ballygunner); Mikey Costigan (De La Salle), Paul Hennebry (Mooncoin), Mark Kearns (Mooncoin); Harry Ruddle (Ballygunner), Donal Power (Passage); Cormac McCann (De La Salle), Daniel Coady (Erin’s Own), Eoin Daly (Erins Own); Michael Mahony (Ballygunner), Thomas Douglas (De La Salle), Eddie Meaney (De La Salle). Subs: Kevin Hennessy (De La Salle) for Cormac McCann (34), Jeff Cahill (De La Salle) for Eoin Daly, Gavin Coppinger (De La Salle) for Kevin Hennessy (inj. 52), Billy O’Sullivan (Ballygunner) for Daniel Coady (56), Mikey Hutchinson (Passage) for Eddie Meaney (58). Blackwater C.S.: Cian O’Byrne (Modeligo); Dylan Mangan (Tallow), Cathal Geary (Tallow), Aaron Whelan (Lismore); Stephen Mangan (Ballysaggart), Eoghan Murray (Cappoquin), Tom Barron (Fourmilewater); Sam Ryan (Ballysaggart), Jack Prendergast (Lismore); Kelvyn O’Farrell (Shamrocks), Mikey Brien (Geraldines), Iarlaith Daly (Lismore); Darragh Buckley (Tallow), Aaron Sullivan (Cappoquin), Andrew Casey (Ballyduff). Subs: Eoin O’Brien (Ballyduff) for Dylan Mangan (36), Tommy McCarthy (Cappoquin) for Kelvyn O’Farrell (48), Jack Roche (Ballysaggart) for Cathal Geary (48), Jack Mangan (Cappoquin) for Mikey Brien (53). Referee: Thomas Walsh (Modeligo).

OTHER GAMES GROUP A The 2010, 2011 and 2014 champions Árdscoil Rís enjoyed a 4-22 to 0-9 win against Hamilton High School of Bandon. The Limerick City school were always on top, leading 0-13 to 0-4 at halftime. GROUP B Our Lady’s Secondary School of Templemore edged out Charleville CBS in Group B, finishing strongly to win 0-20 to 1-15. Jamie Bergin, who finished with 10 converted frees, featured among

Blackwater Community School team who were defeated by De la Salle in the first round of the Harty Cup.

Referee Thomas Walsh (Modeligo) pictured with captain Mikey O’Brien (Blackwater) and Daniel Coady (De La Salle). the Templemore scorers in the first-half and they looked set to lead at half-time until Jack Barry’s great individual goal put Charleville 1-10 to 0-11 in front. The close nature of the game continued in the second half, with Paddy O’Loughlin and P. J. Herr on target for Charleville, but in the closing stages, Templemore’s strong spread of scorers stood them in good stead. Points by Stephen Nolan, Paul Bergin and Aidan O’Meara helped them to push ahead and they showed a good maturity to see out the game and claim the two points. St. Francis Col Rochestown 3-23; Gaelcolaiste Mhuire AG 1-14. Last year’s beaten finalists, Rochestown got their

campaign off to a 0-15 winning start in a Cork city local derby game against Gaelcolaiste Mhuire in Mayfield. GROUP C Holders Thurles CBS were made to work for a 1-22 to 2-16 win over St. Colman’s in their Group C clash in Clonmel. Having been tied at 0-11 to 1-8 at half-time, Conor Stakelum’s goal put Thurles ahead and five points on the trot gave them breathing space, with midfielder Dillon Quirke impressive from placed balls. Kyle Cronin did give Colman’s hope with a second goal late on but they couldn’t get any closer. There was also a win for Nenagh CBS, in Group C as they recorded a 3-20 to 1-11 victory against Doon’s Scoil na Tríonóide Naofa in Newport. Keith Nealon netted for Nenagh in the first-half but Doon stayed with them until a fortuitous goal straight from a sideline by Mark Daniels helped to push the victors clear. GROUP D Group D got underway with Castletroy College beating St. Flannan’s College 1-18 to 1-8 in Sixmilebridge. Colum Carroll’s goal set Castletroy on the way as they led 1-5 to 0-1 in the first-half and, while Flannan’s responded, seven unanswered points at the start of the second-half had them 1-13 to 1-4 in front. Aaron Kennedy finished with eight points for the Limerick school. CBC Cork 0-16; CBS HS Clonmel 0-8: Eight unanswered points in the final 20 minutes were the key as Cork’s CBC won on their return to the Dr. Harty Cup in Clashmore. A team picture, with the backdrop of the sizeable support in the Clashmore stand, marked the

occasion with school principal Larry Jordan informing the students it was their first win in the Harty in 97 years. RESULTS Tuesday, 13th October Corn an Artaigh (18.5 A Hurling): Castletroy CC 1-18; St Flannan’s 1-8. Wednesday, 14th October Corn an Artaigh (18.5 A Hurling) Round 1: Ardscoil Ris 4-22; Ham HS Bandon 0-9. St. Francis Col Rochestown 3-23; Gaelcolaiste Mhuire AG 1-14. Thurles CBS 1-22; St Colman’s Fermoy 2-16. DLS Waterford 1-20; Blackwater CS 1-13. Our Lady’s Templemore 0-20; Charleville CBS 1-15. Nenagh CBS 3-20; SNTN Doon 1-11. CBC Cork 0-16; HS Clonmel 0-8 vs Ard Scoil Cluain Meala. HARTY CUP ROUND 2 FIXTURES Wednesday 4/11/2015 Ardscoil Rís vs Mainistir na Corann. CBS Col. Baile an Róistigh vs Pob. Sc.na Tríonóide, Eochaill. Dr. Na Banndan vs DLS Port Láirge. Gaelcoláiste Mhuire A.G. vs Rath Luirc. HARTY CUP ROUND 3 Wednesday 18/11/2015 Ardscoil Rís vs P.S. Blackwater. Col. Baile an Róistigh vs Our Lady’s Tempall Mór. Durles CBS vs Scoil Na Tríonóide Naofa Doon. Col Chaladh an Treoigh vs Ard Scoil Cluain Meala. Dr. Na Banndan vs Mainistir na Corann CBS. Gaelcoláiste Mhuire A.G. vs Pob. Sc.na Tríonóide, Eochaill. Coláiste Cholmáin Fermoy vs Nenagh CBS. Coláiste Fhlannáin vs CBC Corcaigh.

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

J. J. Kavanagh County Junior ‘B’ Hurling Final

Dunhill proves too strong for Brickeys Dunhill ……………… 1-20; Brickeys ………………1-7. EASTERN champions Dunhill made amends for their 0-1 defeat to Kilgobinet in last year’s County Final with a comprehensive 0-13 victory over Brickeys in Walsh Park last Sunday afternoon. Dunhill were a far better outfit this time round, aided by young players coming through to adult level and some older ones with experience in the Intermediate grade under their belt. From the throw-in, Dunhill were the better side with their hurling skill and their speed around the field at a higher level than what you would expect in this grade. Brickeys managed to stay with their opponents for the first quarter at the end of which they trailed by just 0-5 to 0-2. Dunhill were 0-3 in front by the eight minute, courtesy of scores by Micheal Casey after just 25 seconds from a Mark Dowdall pass, a John Walsh pointed free and a point from play by their minor wing back Conor Quinn. Niall Collins (f) opened Brickeys account in the 10th minute and centre forward David Ryan pointed from an Ian Walsh pass four minutes later. Dunhill were well on top in general play though and scores by Pierce Dunne (2), Michael Murphy, Mark Dowdall (f), Damien Burns and John Walsh (f), saw the winners comfortably ahead by 0-9 to 0-2 with 23 minutes on the clock. Credit Brickeys, they came back with scores by Niall Collins (f) and David Ryan but the game was decided in the 26th minute when Mark Dowdall raised the only green flag of the hour to leave the scoreboard reading 1-9 to 0-4 in his team’s favour. Micheal Murphy, John Walsh and Micheal Casey all added points from play to a solitary reply by Ian Walsh from a David Ryan pass to give the winners an impressive 1-12 to 0-5 half-time lead. Dunhill continued their dominance in the second moiety and by the end of the third quarter, they had increased their advantage to 1-15 to 0-6 with scores by Darragh Veale, Pierce Dunne and Noel Murphy with Laurence Houlihan pointing for the Brickeys. The winners moved their full forward John Walsh to number 11 in the final quarter and he hit an unanswered 0-4(1f) including his team’s final score in the 54th minute. Dunhill almost had a second goal via sub Alan Drohan in the 57th minute when his volley hit the upright but credit Brickeys, they kept plugging away and they were rewarded with a Laurence Houlihan second point and a hard earned goal by Jordan Whelan Veale on the call of full time. Brickeys will be disappointed with the final score here but they have won a competitive Western Championship while Dunhill

would trouble some of the teams in Junior ‘A’ Grade. They were guided to the title by former County hurler Tom Casey, who happily is back on the sidelines again after his recent heart operation. The winners had stars all over the field and their tally of nine different scorers indicates the quality of the team. NOT GOOD ENOUGH County Final Day arrangements were top class at Walsh Park last Sunday both inside and outside the grounds but one matter didn’t reflect well on the first aid treatment of a Dunhill player who was in obvious pain from an accidental injury he received in the second half. Helped by two ladies from his club, he had to walk from the pitch in front of the stand, in great pain against patrons coming in to see the Senior game to get down to where the first aid people were stationed which was not good enough from a health and

safety point of view and was not very respectful either to the injured player. Dunhill’s Top Three: Micheal Casey, Pierce Dunne, John Walsh. Brickeys Top Three: Eoghan Drea, David Ryan, James Cooney. Observer’s Man of the Match: Micheal Casey. Number of Scorers: Dunhill 9. Brickeys 5. Scores from Play: Dunhill 1-16. Brickeys 1-6. Frees For: Dunhill 6. Brickeys 4. Wides: Dunhill 9. Brickeys 12. Score of the Match: John Walsh’s 50th minute point for Dunhill. Scorers – Dunhill: John Walsh 0-7 (3f), Pierce Dunne 0-4, Mark Dowdall 1-1 (1f), Micheal Casey and Michael Murphy 0-2 each, Conor Quinn, Damien Burns, Darragh Veale and Noel Murphy 0-1 each. Brickeys: Jordan Whelan Veale 1-0, David Ryan and Laurence Houlihan 0-2 each, Niall Collins 0-2f, Ian Walsh 0-1. Dunhill: Darren Murphy; Dylan Dunphy, Paul Doyle, Eoin Murphy; Eoghan Queally, Michael Smalle, Conor Quinn; Michael Murphy, Micheal Casey, Mark

Paddy Joe Ryan, Chairman Co. GAA Board presents the County B Junior Hurling Cup to Dunhill's Captain Michael Smalle. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport] Dowdall; Damien Burns, John Walsh, Darragh Veale. Subs: Jamie Ryan for Mark Dowdall (ht), Alan Drohan for Micheal Casey (43), Seamie Murphy for Dylan Dunphy (51),

Aidan Murphy for Noel Murphy (55), Martin Harney for Damien Burns (57). Brickeys: James Cooney; Richard Halpin, Eoghan Drea, Darren Cooney; Jordan Whelan

Veale, Kevin McCarthy, Ray Landers; Niall Collins, Mark Scanlon; Ian Walsh, David Ryan, Tadhg Tobin; Olan Casey, Laurence Houlihan, Gavin Flynn. Subs: Conor Walsh for Tadhg

Tobin (inj, 32), Nigel Whelan for Darren Cooney (34), Michael O’Dwyer for Olan Casey (47), Paul Veale for David Ryan (56). Referee: John Condon (An Rinn).

Dunhill who beat the Brickeys in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Junior B Hurling final in Walsh Park.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Brickeys beaten by Dunhill in the J. J. Kavanagh & Sons County Junior B Hurling final in Walsh Park.

[Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October 2015

JJ Kavanagh Group 1 Senior Football Championship play-off

Environmental improvements ’Courty pulls clear in the Fraher Field in second half Ballinacourty ……… 1-12; Clashmore/Kinsalebeg .... 0-6. A 39th MINUTE goal engineered by Gary Hurney and executed by Conor Prunty put Ballinacourty into the driving seat at 1-5 to 0-4 in this Group 1 Senior play-off game in the Fraher Field last Friday evening. An attendance that paid €213 were treated to an even first half, the highlight of which was the two splendid saves by Clashmore’s Declan Hickey from Mark Ferncombe, the first one from a penalty in the tenth minute, when the teams were level at 0-2 each. A Ferncombe point had the winners in front by 0-3 to 0-2 at the end of the first quarter and a white flag each by the Hurney brothers

Patrick and John helped them to a 0-5 to 0-3 short whistle lead with Clashmore’s scores coming from the boots of Tadhg De Burca and two Paudie O’Rourke frees. Clashmore took the game to their opponents in the first ten minutes of the second half, their return being a third O’Rourke pointed free but following Prunty’s goal, Ballinacourty upped their performance a few gears and further scores by such as Mark Ferncombe, Michael O’Halloran, Gary Hurney, Mark Fives and Patrick Hurney sealed a comfortable win for the local team. Ballinacourty: Stephen Enright; Conor McCarthy, Sean O’Hare, Brian Looby; Richie Foley, David Collins, Eoin Bergin;

John Hurney 0-1, Conor Prunty 10; Michael O Halloran 0-1, Mark Fives 0-1, Patrick Hurney 0-2 ; Shane O Donovan, Gary Hurney 0-2, Mark Ferncombe 0-5 (1f). Subs: Evan Collins for Shane O’Donovan (42), Michael Maher for Mark Fives (50), Mark Gorman for Richie Foley (56), Maurice Power for Patrick Hurney (56). Clashmore/Kinsalebeg: Declan Hickey; Ciarain Bourke, Kieran Connery, Sean Bourke; Darren Foley, Colm Faherty, Aiden Trihy; Jason Seward, Tadhg De Burca 0-2 (1f); Edmond O’Halloran 0-1f, Paidí O`Rourke 0-3f, Declan Allen,; Fintan Walsh, Paul O’Connor, Phil Dee. Subs: Paddy Prendergast for Fintan Walsh (ht), Mark Nugent for Paul O’Connor, Mark Power for Jason Seward (46), Noel Smyth for Paudie O’Rourke (46). Referee: Dessie O’Leary (Erin’s Own).

COMMUNITY Employment Workers (formerly Fás) at the Fraher Field and in some local clubs recently participated in a six day Landscaping Course at the Fraher Field and the fruits of their labour are there for everyone attending games at the Shandon venue the past week or so to see and to enjoy. Initially, the potholes up the

middle of the field were filled in and sods placed, which though not having the chance to settle and stay green because of the amount of fixtures to be played, they have still improved matters from a safety point of view. In addition, an attractive water feature has been placed in front of the new dressing rooms and a flower bed has been planted inside

the old entrance that was used to enter the field at the dressing room end many years ago. Finally, the presentation area and the scoreboard are now adorned with flower boxes, all of which positively add to facilities at the grounds and they are to be welcomed by regular patrons. Well done to all concerned.

Tribute to Mick Kirwan from Kill GAA AN air of gloom and sadness hung over Kill and the surrounding areas when we awoke last Saturday morning, 10th October when news broke of the passing of former Kill star Mick Kirwan overnight after a long and courageous battle with illness. When ever his name was mentioned in Kill GAA circles the first thing that sprung to anyone’s mind was his ground breaking captaincy in leading Kill to a first Conway Cup in 1962. Little did anyone think this in his younger days, as he didn’t exactly stand out at juvenile level in Master Dan O’Brien’s football academy in school. As is often the case when it came to the adult grade he had progressed to be a great prospect through hard work, dedication and commitment. Originally, a half back he found his real home in the full line alongside his brother Tom where that No. 2 jersey became his own for over a decade. In those days you needed to be brave, strong and fearless and Mick wasn’t found wanting in those departments and it was very much a case of ‘kill or be killed’ in that teak tough full back line. As well as his toughness Mick’s footballing ability didn’t go unnoticed with the County selectors and when he got a call up in the late fifties he gave great service for near on 10 years, the highlight being an appearance at left corner back in a Munster Senior Football Final against the might of Kerry in Cork’s Old Athletic Grounds in 1960 which unfortunately we lost. He won a few Regional National Football League medals with the blue and white, but his biggest achievements were just around the corner. In January

of ’62 he was nominated as captain at the club’s AGM and 10 months later in famed Fraher Field he led his troops to a historic first senior county title as Kill beat The Geraldines. He was a very responsible captain and selector both on and off the field, always thinking and cajoling his fellow players to improve matters in the best interest of the team. He was very much instrumental in getting the club to affiliate a hurling team in ’65 and 12 months later it came to fruition when Abbeyside fell victims to a spirited Kill outfit in the Junior Hurling County Final. Like ’62 Mick captained that team and like ’62 he was in the full line with brother Tom by his side and the late Joe Tubbs in their own version of ‘Hells Kitchen.‘ That year was a momentous one for the club as we also captured our second senior title with Mick again to the fore. In all he played in 8 county finals winning 4 senior medals as well as 3 Phelan cups, captaining on one occasion, as well as the aforementioned junior Hurling medal, as well as many tournament medals. His display in the 1963 County semi-final against great friends and rivals Kilrossanty will rank as his best ever in his beloved green and white in many observer’s view. On that occasion he was simply imperious. After his playing career ended Mick became umpire for his great friend and clubman, referee John O’Regan, where they officiated at numerous National Hurling League games as well as many local championship games. While never involved in the administration side of things he was never one to shirk out

of helping the club, whether it was with his very successful agriculture business, financially or otherwise, as always in his own quite and unobtrusive way. He attended All-Ireland finals in both codes for over 40 years, as well as local club games. He was a great driving force behind our 50th Anniversary celebrations of our first senior title and as usual there were no half measures with everything being done one way only, his way, the right way in his opinion. In the last few years, he was to the forefront in the very successful Kill and Surrounds Rural Social Inactive with the initial trip being to ‘Croker’ where else. I know he got a great kick-out of those days out where he loved the sing song and the ‘occasional’ Siege of Ennis. These successful trips saw that small committee, which Mick was a part of, being ‘rewarded’ with a visit to Aras an Uachtarain where President Mary McAleese and her husband Martin greeted them and other rural groups. On Monday last his remains were met in Kill village by colleagues and friends where the club and members of his other great love the Kill Harriers, formed a guard of honour as they flanked the cortege to the church from the crossroads. We send our sympathies to his wife Breda; daughter Mags; sons Andrew and Peter; brother, sisters, nieces, nephews, grandchildren, relatives and his many friends. As long as football is spoken in Kill, the ‘quiet man’ Mick Kirwan will always be remembered. May he rest in peace.

New flower boxes at presentation area.

New flower boxes at scoreboard.

Shrubs planted at the old entrance by the dressingrooms.

Attractive water feature in front of new dressing rooms.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

JJ Kavanagh and Sons County Intermediate Hurling Final

Eagerly awaited Intermediate Hurling Final in Walsh Park this Sunday Portlaw v Modeligo Sunday, October 25th In Walsh Park at 1.45 p.m. ALL roads from the West of the County leads to Waterford’s Walsh Park this Sunday to see will Modeligo or Portlaw ply their trade in the Senior grade in 2016. Portlaw will enter this final as slight favourites having the experience of playing in one in 2012, where they surprisingly failed to perform against An Rinn (1-14 to 0-4) and they will be all out to make amends having been given the opportunity to do so after a patient wait of four years. If anything, Portlaw are a more seasoned team this time round and, like Modeligo, they have come through a very competitive Eastern Championship. The Tannery Town club has played eight games to get their name on Sunday’s County Final programme and they didn’t enjoy the most auspicious of beginnings with a loss to Clonea by 2-16 to 0-19 followed by a draw with Mt. Sion on a score of 0-14 (P) to 1-11. Come the month of June, Portlaw scored their first win with a 0-16 to 2-6 victory over Butlerstown, followed by a 2-13 to 0-9 defeat of last year’s Eastern champions St. Saviours and in their final Group game they had a close 1-14 to 1-13 win against Dunhill. Heading into the knockout stages, the Eastern champions were decisive quarter final winners against De La Salle by 2-16 to 1-11 and they were more convincing than their 1-15 to 1-13 defeat of Dunhill in the Semi final might indicate. The Paul Power led team were coasting within ten minutes of the end of the Eastern final by 3-15 to 0-13 but they had to endure some tense moments before coming through at the death by 3-15 to 2-15. Portlaw are a capable side, who overall are that bit more seasoned than their Western opponents at Intermediate level. They have won the Eastern title three times this decade and there is a very strong tradition of hurling in the town. Portlaw possess a solid and no nonsense defence led by Eoin Galvin at number 3, who is flanked on either side by Michael Donnelly and Shane Foran. Darren Rockett is in the heart of their defence with Jimmy O’Donoghue and Frank Galvin completing a no non-

Waterford players on Shinty International teams IRELAND will play Scotland in the first leg of the Senior Hurling/Shinty International Series on Saturday, October 24th at 2 pm in Bught Park, Inverness. An Under 21 game will precede this game at 11:30am. The Hurling/Shinty senior series is played on a home and away basis. The return game will be played in Croke Park on 21st November prior to the Eirgid International Rules game between Ireland and Australia. The Irish Hurling/Shinty senior team will be managed this year by Jeffrey Lynskey, Galway and Gregory O’Kane, Antrim. The Irish panels for the upcoming tests are as follows; Senior Hurling/Shinty International Team 2015: 1. EOIN REILLY (Goalkeeper) (Laois) 2. MICKEY BURKE (Meath) 3. BERNARD DEAY (Kildare) 4. PAUL DIVILLY (Kildare) 5. DAMIEN HEALY (Meath) 6. GARETH JOHNSON (Down) 7. ZANE KEENAN (Laois) 8. SHANE MALONEY (Galway) 9. NEAL McCAULEY (Antrim)

Jamie Troy (Modeligo)

Patrick O’Donovan (Modeligo)

Pa Walsh (Modeligo)

sense defence. Luke Power, played outfield in the County Minor Hurling Final against St. Oliver’s but he has been the team’s capable net minder this year. Niall Fitzgerald is a scoring midfielder and he is usually partnered by Jack Walsh. Each of the Eastern Champion’s forwards are capable of scoring with D. J. Foran grabbing two goals in the final against Clonea, both opportunities provided to him by Paul Power, who has been making and taking scores of both varieties all year. The speedy Shane Power and goal poacher Blake O’Connor are important players up front while their tall centre forward John Hartley has proven to be a handful for any opposing centre back to date. Gary Morahan, Noel and Christopher Mackey, Jake Scanlon and Andrew Kirwan are others in line for some game time. Portlaw’s best players in the Eastern Semi final were Paul Power, Blake O’Connor and Shane Power and in the semi final, they were best served by Paul Power, Eoin Galvin and John Hartley with Power being the Man of the Match on both occasions. They will enter Sunday’s final in confident mood that they can return to Senior ranks for 2016. For the record, the Portlaw was founded in 1887 and the club has won Senior hurling titles in 1937, 1970, 1971, 1973, 1976 and 1977. The club won the Intermediate Hurling title on one occasion, it being 2004, when they defeated the Shamrocks by 0-18 to 1-2. MODELIGO ON THE MOVE Subject to correction, Ballysaggart are the last team in Waterford to have beaten Modeligo in hurling when they did so after a replay in the 2013 Western Junior Championship semi final. Since then, Modeligo have followed in Ballysaggart’s footsteps in winning the Waterford and Munster Junior titles before going one better this year when defeating Clashmore in the Western

Intermediate decider last Sunday week. This is a fair achievement by a group of players who were guided by Ballyduff’s Pa Kearney in 2014 and they are now being guided by Barry Hazlewood from the Bride Rovers club in Cork, not forgetting of course, the contribution of club mentors Shane and Kenneth Reddy and John Troy. The Intermediate championship was a step up for Modeligo this year but it was not as big a one as many would have thought. In their first Group game, the Junior champions drew 0-17 (M) to 1-14 against an Ardmore team that had just come down from the Senior grade and this gave an indication that they were going to be competitive in their new grade. Modeligo went on to be the only unbeaten team n the Western championship following wins over old rivals Ballysaggart by 3-12 to 2-12, Shamrocks by 0-21 to 1-10 and Tourin 1-16 to 1-14, all in the Group stages. On to the semi final and twice Modeligo looked to be on their way out of the championship at the death to Ardmore in this game (1-12 (M) to 1-15) and in the replay (0-15 (M) to 114) but Hazlewood’s charges showed a steely resolve with late goals by Kieran McCarthy, the first day and by Thomas Walsh, the second day to win through to the decider for the second time, the first being in 2010. Getting the better of Ardmore at this stage of the year was a big boost to Modeligo but they were still outsiders in some patrons’ opinion going into the Western Final because of Clashmore’s displays and victories against a strong Stradbally team, twice, and against former champion’s An Rinn and last year’s finalists, Ballinameela. However, giving arguably their best display in two years, Modeligo proved too strong for Clashmore to claim the Ray O’Brien Memorial Cup for the first time on a score of 0-19 to 0-9 two weeks ago and they will now

head to Walsh Park this Sunday with everything to play for and a 50/50 chance of continuing their winning sequence. Minor Cian O’Byrne has proven to be a capable replacement for the injured Donal O’Keeffe between the post, whose injury unfortunately keeps him out of action this year. Brian McCarthy goes about his work quietly and efficiently at full back while Sean Hennessy and Robbie Buckley are playing their best hurling this year, Pat Fitzgerald is a key figure in the heart of the defence, he leads by example and he expects the same work ethic from his team mates. Thomas Walsh has found his natural position at half back and his accurate striking of the ball from play and from placed balls has been out of the top drawer. Playing at number 7, Shane Troy is a strong defender and he completes a capable half line. John McGrath is one of the most improved hurlers on the team and beside him, Kieran McCarthy seems to be hitting his top form at the right time. Pluses up front includes the return of Pa Walsh and Jamie Troy from injury both, key players in 2014, while team captain Pa O’Donovan is leading by example on the scoreboard. Add his brothers, the hardworking Seanie and Nicky, an inform Rian Reddy and Tom Devine and there is a good variety of capable scorers on board the team. Modeligo haven’t been flush in raising green flags in recent games and one is of the opinion that this occurs more frequently when Michael Troy is on the field. Sunday is a new challenge for Modeligo, they are playing in Walsh Park for the first time against a team that know it like the back of their hands. However, the Western Champions are unbeaten to date and if they hurl like they did in the Western Final, they can remain so in this year’s Intermediate campaign. Forecast: Modeligo.

10. DAVID McINERNEY (Clare) 11. DEREK McNICHOLAS (Westmeath) 12. BRYAN MURPHY (Kerry) 13. SHANE NOLAN (Kerry) 14. NIALL Ó MUINEACHÁIN (Kildare) 15. EOIN PRICE (Westmeath) 16. MAURICE SHANAHAN (Waterford) 17. JAMES TOHER (Meath) 18. MATTHEW WHELAN (CAPT) (Laois) U-21 Hurling/Shinty International Team 2015: 1. PADDY McKENNA (Goalkeeper) (Kildare) 2. BEN CONROY (Laois) 3. RÍAN BRANAGAN (Down) 4. MICHAEL BREEN (Tipperary) 5. KEITH CARMODY (Kerry) 6. JAMES DOYLE (Carlow) 7. MICHIAL DUDLEY (Antrim) 8. JACK FAGAN (Meath) 9. TOMMY GALLAGHER (Westmeath) 10. SHANE GALLEN (Donegal) 11. AUSTIN GLEESON (Waterford) 12. MARTIN KAVANAGH (Carlow) 13. GERRY KEEGAN (Kildare) 14. PHILIP LUCID (Kerry) 15. CONOR McDONALD (Wexford) 16. JACK REGAN (Meath) 17. PJ SCULLY (Laois) 18. COLM STAPLETON (Laois)

Munster Club Championships 2015 Fixtures AIB Munster GAA Hurling Senior Club Championship: QF 1 Sixmilebridge (Clare) v Na Piarsaigh (Limerick), 25/10, Sixmilebridge at 2 pm SF 2 Ballygunner (Waterford) v Glen Rovers (Cork), w/e 8/11, Waterford venue. SF 3 Nenagh Eire Og or Thurles Sarsfields (Tipperary) v Sixmilebridge (Clare) or Na Piarsaigh (Limerick), w/e 8/11, Tipperary or Limerick venue. Final 22/11. 2015 AIB Munster GAA Football Senior Club Championship: QF 1 Clonmel Commercials (Tipperary) v Newcastlewest (Limerick), w/e 1/11, Tipperary venue. QF 2 Waterford v Castlehaven or Nemo Rangers (Cork), w/e 8/11, Waterford venue. SF 3 St. Joseph’s Milltown (Clare) v Clonmel Commercials (Tipperary) or Newcastlewest (Limerick), w/e 15/11, Tipperary or Limerick venue. SF 4 Dingle or Killarney Legion (Kerry) v Winner of 2, w/e 15/11, Kerry or Cork

venue. Final 29/11. 2015 AIB Munster GAA Hurling Intermediate Club Championship: QF 1 Clonakenny (Tipperary) v Modeligo or Portlaw (Waterford), w/e 1/11, Tipperary venue. QF 2 Wolfe Tones (Clare) v Kilmoyley (Kerry) 24/10 Sixmilebridge at 4 pm SF 3 Newcestown (Cork) v Winner of 1, w/e 8/11, Cork or Waterford venue. SF 4 Knockainey or Bruree (Limerick) v Wolfe Tones (Clare) or Kilmoyley (Kerry), w/e 8/11, Limerick or Kerry venue. Final w/e 22/11. 2015 AIB Munster GAA Football Intermediate Club Championship: QF 1 UpperchurchDrombane or Clonmel Og (Tipperary) v St. Mary’s (Kerry), w/e 8/11, Tipperary venue. QF 2 Ballinameela or Bunmahon (Waterford) v Oola (Limerick), 25/10, Fraher Field Dungarvan at 2 pm SF 3 Corofin (Clare) v Winner of 1, w/e 15/11, Tipperary or Kerry venue. SF 4 Carrigaline (Cork) v

Winner of 2, w/e 15/11, Waterford or Limerick venue. Final w/e 29/11. 2015 AIB Munster GAA Hurling Junior Club Championship: QF 1 DromcollogherBroadford (Limerick) v Dr. Crokes, Kenmare or Kilgarvan (Kerry), w/e 1/11, Limerick venue. QF 2 Clare v BallyloobyCastlegrace (Tipperary), w/e 1/11, Clare venue. SF 3 Cork v Winner of 1, w/e 15/11, Limerick or Kerry venue SF 4 Fenor (Waterford)v Winner of 2, w/e 15/11, Waterford or Tipperary venue Final 6/12 Mallow. 2015 AIB Munster GAA Football Junior Club Championship: QF 1 Cappagh or Galtee Gaels (Limerick) v Clare, w/e 8/11, Limerick venue. QF 2 Golden/Kilfeacle or Emly (Tipperary) v Cork, w/e 8/11, Tipperary venue. SF 3 Waterford v Winner of 1, w/e 22/11, Waterford or Clare venue. SF 4 Templenoe or Glenbeigh/Glencar (Kerry) v Winner of 2, w/e 22/11, Kerry or Cork venue. Final 6/12 Mallow.

Munster Council Contributions to Counties in 2014 Team Expenses (Club & County) Field Rent Match Programmes County Coaching Projects County Coaching Personnel Post Primary Personnel Third Level Coaching Personnel Club Development Grants Club Sanding Grants County Ground Development Grants Other Grants Total

Clare

Limerick

Tipperary

Cork

Kerry

Waterford

42,188 42,825

49,758 22,529

35,957 227,245

71,046 188,700

40,431 5,274

34,604 11,637

274,011 498,210

10,173

8,923

10,919

26,993

4,865

5,313

67,186

50,000

300,000

127,476

146,376

172,956

174,396

127,476

876,156

3,600

5,600

6,600

4,600

3,600

29,600

24,000

12,000

112,000

64,000

Total

134,868

78,638

168,593

294,662

154,450

93,068

924,279

10,000

8,890

7,057

13,630

12,000

9,726

61,303

275,000 21,000 717,130

275,000 6,000 421,841

21,000 672,747

200,000 26,000 684,016

16,560 23,500 387,484

1,123,587

766,560 97,500 4,006,805

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

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FORDE’S DAYBREAK FORECAST CORNER Last Week’s Forecasts: 4 Forecasts. 2 Correct. 2 Incorrect. Success Rate: 50%. Best So Far: 100%. This Week’s Forecasts: County IF Final Replay: Bunmahon v (Ballinameela). County I.H. Final: Modeligo v (Portlaw). County SFQF: Stradbally v (Ardmore), Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg v (Kilrossanty), Nire v (Brickeys), Ballinacourty v (Gaultier). To Date: 536 Forecasts. 333 Correct. 203 Incorrect. Success Rate: 62.2%.

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Teams of Times Gone By MILLENIUM YEAR – WATERFORD UNDER 16 HURLING SEMI-FINAL Year: 2000. Date: Sunday, September 3rd. Venue: Abbeyside.Team: Colligan. Opposition: Brickey’s. Referee: Kevin Tobin (Abbeyside). Half-Time Score: Colligan 2-5; Brickey’s 2-1. Full- ime Score: Colligan 3-7; Brickey’s 3-7. Paudie Fahey; John Dunford, Thomas O’Brien, Michael McGrath; William Hennebry, Frankie Dunford, Eddie Cullinane; Brendan Hickey, Jamie Cummins; Pa McGrath, John Morrissey, Mark Flynn; Tomas Fahey, Cormac Power, David Wall. Scorers: Mark Flynn 0-4, Tomas Fahey, Cormac Power and Brendan Hickey 1-0 each, John Morrissey 0-2, David Wall 0-1.

The Lismore U-13 Camogie Team who completed the 2015 U-13 League.

Lismore Camogie Club U-13 CAMOGIE LEAGUE After some very impressive performances in the U-13 League this bunch of girls completed their games in Lismore on Wednesday last when they hosted All-Ireland Feile Champions Gall Tir in the GAA field. The girls put up a fine performance once again but were unfortunately beaten on a score line of 2-7 to 0-4 points denying them of a place in the final. Well done to all the girls and their mentors Declan, Alice and Shauna.

As Waterford and Tipperary will be hosting Féile na nGael in 2016 these girls will have allot to look forward to and will be back to training over the winter months after a well deserved break over the coming months. CONDOLENCES Sincere condolences from all in Lismore camogie club to our club secretary Breda and her husband Dan and daughters Ruth and Sarah on the sad passing of Breda's father Jack O’Donoghue after a short ilness. Ar dheis Dé go raibh sé.

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FROM THE FILES OF THE DUNGARVAN OBSERVER Wednesday, 6th September, 2000

Kilrossanty’s early goal decisive KILROSSANTY 1-7; BALLINACOURTY 0-6. A SEVENTH minute goal by corner forward Brian Kirwan was the decisive score in this well contested Senior Football Championship semi-final as the Comeragh side got off to a dream start to surge into a six point lead by the 11th minute, 1-3 to 00, at the Fraher Field. It was that dream start which stood to Kilrossanty thereafter as they soaked up a great deal of pressure from a Ballinacourty side who failed to get their scoring efforts on target as their wides total in that opening half came to ten. At the interval it was 1-3 to 0-3 and the issue remained undecided right up to the final seconds when Kilrossanty substitute Tommy Kiely kicked over their seventh pint which proved to be the insurance point. Derek Hayes, who fielded some great ball in the opening half, as he lorded the midfield exchanges, placed Dave Kelleher for a point in the 25th minute, 1-3 to 0-3. Pierie Whyte, who turned in another battling performance for the winners, was off target. Dave Kelleher got right in, with Alfie Kirwan, who kept his net intact, saved. Shane Briggs, soloing up field, was fouled with Dave Kelleher pointing the resultant free in the 22nd minute. Michael Cosgrave came in for A. Landers. B. Kirwan was again wide from a free and Kilrossanty has another wide. Dave Kelleher was off target. Kieran Keating, in the 41st minute, raised a ‘white flag,’ with Jacko Kiely adding another as Kilrossanty went four points clear by the 42nd minute, 1-5 to 0-4. Laurence Hurney, who was solid at centre half back, had a wide, with Kilrossanty also off target. Kilrossanty introduced Derek Kiely for Neilie O’Connor, with Kieran O’Connor coming in for Paul Hayes. Michael Enright

pointed for Ballinacourty in the 48th minute, 1-5 to 0-5. Dermot Melody came on for the injured Derek Hayes. Pierie Whyte drove over a great point for Kilrossanty in the 51st minute, but Dave Kelleher was on target from a free in the 52nd minute, 1-6 to 0-6. Thus, the issue was still very much in the melting pot. John Hurney came on for M. Enright with Tommy Kiely replacing Kieran Keating for Kilrossanty. Ballinacourty launched several attacks with the Kilrossanty rearguard standing firm and it was Kilrossanty who had the final say with that 60th minute point per substitute Tommy Kiely. Both teams will look back on this game as one of missed scoring opportunities as both recorded a total of 13 wides each, with Ballinacourty, of course, regretting those wides the most. Kilrossanty will be seeking to improve on their scoring rate for the County Final. Thus, it was a game in which defenders were on top. Kevin Lonergan, Roger Power, Michael Fitzgerald, Brian Lannon, Mattie Kiely and Seamus Veale all played well, with Pierce Kiely doing best at centre field. While in attack only Jacko Kiely, Brian Kirwan and Tony Kirwan played up to normal form. Likewise, the Ballinacourty defence, in which Michael Collins, Gavin Breen, Shane Briggs, Laurence Hurney and Martin Lavan all did well. With John Phelan outstanding at full back. Derek Hayes was best at centre field, while Ian Kiely and Dave Kelleher and sean McGrath were best in attack. Kilrossanty scorers: B. Kirwan 1-1, J. Kiely 0-2, K. Keating, T. Kirwan, P. Whyte and T. Kiely 0-1 each. Ballinacourty: I. Kiely and D. Kelleher 0-2 each, G. Hurney and M. Enright 0-1 each. Kirossanty: A. Kirwan, K. Lonergan, R. Power, M. Fitzgerald, B. Lannon, M. Kiely, S. Veale, D. Kirwan, P. Whyte, P. Hayes, T. Kirwan, K. Keating, J. Kiely, N. O’Connor, B. Kirwan. Subs: D. Kiely for N. O’Connor, K. O’Connor for P. Hayes, T. Kiely for K. Keating. Ballinacourty: D. Enright, M. Collins, J. Phelan, G. Breen, S. Briggs, L. Hurney, M. Lavan, G. Hurney, D. Hayes, D. Kelleher, I. Kiely, D. Cliffe, M. Enright, S. McGrath, A. Landers. Subs: M. Cosgrave for A. Landers, D. Melody for D. Hayes, J. Hurney for M. Enright. Referee: Brian Power (Mount Sion).

THE Senior Football Championship begins its knockout stages this weekend with four quarter-final games down for decision. Ardmore v Stradbally Stradbally and Ardmore will get the ball rolling on Friday evening at the Fraher Field in a game that the covesiders will be clear favourites to win. Packo Curran’s charges are unbeaten to date and they should be the first team in the semi-finals come Friday night. Ardmore qualified for the knockout stages in their recent match against Rathgormack with an unconvincing 2-9 to 1-11 victory. However, they are faring better than last year when they were involved in the relegation play-off against Ballinameela. Forecast: Stradbally. Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Kilrossanty Clashmore are fast becoming a top four team and their recent games against Ballinacourty should

Friday, October 23rd: Ardmore v Stradbally in Fraher Field at 8 pm.

Saturday, October 24th: Clashmore/Kinsalebeg v Kilrossanty in Fraher Field at 6.30 p.m.

stand to them here. Brian O’Halloran is a loss to them through injury but they still have the players to win out here. Kilrossanty will see this game as the best draw they could have got and they will be confident of reaching the semi-finals but their form has not been over impressive despite winning four of their Group games. They were very poor against Stradbally in their last championship game and unless they have improved in the meantime, they could exit the championship this weekend. Forecast: Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg.

Saturday, October 24th: Brickeys v Nire in Fraher Field at 8 p.m. Saturday, October 24th: Ballinacourty v Gaultier in St. Mollerans at 7.30 pm.

Brickeys v Nire A win here for the Brickeys would be a big surprise and the best they can hope for is a good performance against the County Champions and the Munster finalists. Brickeys got over the line against St. Saviours and they deserve their place in the knockout stages but this game should be a bridge too far for them. Nire players have been concentrating on hurling during the past few months and this will be their second week back with the big ball. Liam Lawlor is a big loss to them through injury and this could come against them at a later

stage but they still have the players to win out here and advance to the semi-final draw. Forecast : Nire. Ballinacourty v Gaultier This game should see the remaining member of ‘The Top 3’ reach the semi-finals as Gaultier don’t have the players to beat Ballinacourty. The champions of two years ago started the year very brightly before experiencing a lull midway through. However, they have had plenty time to rejuvenate since and they looked very good against Clashmore in the second half of their game last Friday night. Gaultier qualified for this weekend on foot of their win last day out against An Rinn but this should be as far as they will get in the championship. Its the business end of the season now and Ballinacourty should be in the hat with the other contenders this weekend. Forecast: Ballinacourty.

Fraher Field Fixtures Wednesday, 21st October Replay County Intermediate Football Final: at 7.30 p.m. Ballinameela V Bonmahon Friday, 23rd October Senior Football Quarter Final: at 8.00 p.m. Ardmore V Stradbally Saturday, 24th October Senior Football Quarter- Finals: At 6.30 p.m. Clashmore/ Kinsalebeg V Killrossanty At 8.00 p.m. Brickey Rangers V The Nire NO PARKING Patrons please refrain from parking in the Disabled parking spaces unless you have the Disabled Parking badge on display in your vehicle and also please refrain from parking in front of Entrances with yellow lines as these are emergency

entrances for Ambulances etc., also there is NO PARKING allowed at the main entrances gates. Patrons please refrain from parking in front of private properties adjacent to the Fraher Field as this is causing undue stress for people exiting and entering their properties on Match day. TICKET & PROGRAMME BOOTHS Patrons will note some new additions to our facilities at Fraher Field. A new Ticket Booth is now in operation at the main entrance, where patrons may purchase match tickets prior to entering the stiles. It is hoped that this will speed up the process of gaining entry to the field. Also one stile has been allocated for Pass-holders entry only. All pass holders must enter through this stile in order to

have their passes scanned. The other addition is a new booth for the sale of programmes, which is situated just inside the main gate. HEALTH & SAFETY CONCERNS Parents are advised that in the interest of Health & Safety that children are supervised at all times. Also, it is not permitted to have people who are not directly involved with teams encroaching onto the field of play, this is also in accordance with health & safety guidelines. ADVERTISING Please contact paddygcoyne@hotmail.com or phone 087 9804373. FIELD BOOKINGS Please contact gercotter@hotmail.com or phone 087 7568493.

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Gaelic Jottings Ballygunner prove best WATERFORD Senior hurling looks set to be dominated by Ballygunner in the coming years as they won back-to-back titles last Sunday in Walsh Park and their 14th crown overall. The Gunners have contested every County Final since the Millennium year except 2008 and 2012 and having won a number of under 21 finals in recent years, they will prove to be a major force for the foreseeable future. Incidentally, last Sunday was the first time since 1997 that the Waterford Senior final was not televised either live or delayed coverage or on the Monday evening hour long programme by TG4. The official attendance was 4,321 who paid a total of €18,613 to see the match.

A strange one REFEREE Tommy Sullivan issued Ballygunner’s Shane Walsh with a red card after the semi-final game v Fourmilewater in the Senior hurling championship and he is adamant that it was not a case of mistaken identity. Ballygunner appealed to the Board and the Ballygunner number 5 lined out in last Sunday’s County Final.

A clash avoided A DAY prior to leading Ballygunner to a win over Fourmilewater in last Sunday week’s Waterford SHC semi-final, Denis Walsh guided his own St. Catherine’s to a Cork senior camogie final against Milford. Both games were originally scheduled for last Sunday afternoon only for the latter to be brought forward by 24 hours.

Podge resumes InterCounty hurling career PODGE Collins is set to resume his dual career and rejoin the Clare hurling panel after only playing with the Banner's footballers last year, according to reports in the county. Collins was one of the stars of Clare's march to AllIreland glory in 2013 but was not selected for the hurling panel last year after the management decided that the demands of playing both codes would affect player performance. It is reported that the hurling management have changed their mind however and that the Cratloe man, who is recovering from a cruciate ligament injury, will rejoin the panel for 2016.

2016 Championship Draws Made All-Ireland football champions Dublin will begin their title defence with a Leinster SFC quarter-final against Laois or Wicklow, while hurling kingpins Kilkenny await the winners of Dublin v Wexford after the 2016 GAA Championship draw was made last week. Stand-out ties from the early rounds of fixtures in each province include the clash of neighbours Tyrone and Derry in the Ulster SFC and the meeting of Cork and Tipperary in the Munster SHC. This year's Ulster SFC finalists Donegal and Monaghan are on the same side of the draw in the province, while in the Munster SFC Cork and Kerry weren't seeded but

have still ended up in separate semifinal pairings. In the Connacht SFC, reigning champions Mayo will meet Galway if they can get past London. FOOTBALL Munster SFC: In the Munster football championship, Waterford face Tipperary in the first quarter-final, with Clare and Limerick meeting in the other. The winners of Clare/Limerick will play Munster champions Kerry, and Waterford or Tipperary will host Cork. Connacht SFC: Roscommon will travel to New York for the preliminary round in Connacht. The winner of that tie will take on Leitrim in the quarterfinals. The winner of Roscommon/New York/Leitrim play Sligo in the last four. Provincial champions Mayo host London in the quarter-final with Galway awaiting the victor in the semi-final. Ulster SFC: In Ulster, Fermanagh will play Antrim in the preliminary round with the winners advancing to a quarterfinal against Donegal. Fermanagh/Antrim/Donegal will play holders Monaghan or Down in the semifinal. On the other side of the draw, Derry face neighbours Tyrone for the right to meet Cavan or Armagh in the last four. Leinster SFC: Laois meet Wicklow in the first round for the dubious pleasure of meeting Leinster and All-Ireland champions Dublin in a quarter-final. On the same side of the draw, Louth play Carlow with Meath awaiting the winners in the quarters. The semi-final is Laois/Wicklow/Dublin v Louth/Carlow/Meath. On the other side of the draw, Longford take on Offaly for a place against neighbours Westmeath in the quarter-final. One of those three will face Wexford or Kildare in the last four. HURLING Leinster SHC: Wexford and Dublin will meet for the right to face provincial and All-Ireland champions Kilkenny in the semi-final. The winners of the Qualifier Group of Offaly, Westmeath, Carlow and Kerry are up against Galway, while the Qualifier Group runners-up play Laois. Munster SHC: In Munster, Waterford take on Clare in the semi-finals, while Limerick will meet the winners of the quarter-final pairing of Cork and reigning champions Tipperary in the other semifinal.

Award 1 Child Course WATERFORD Coaching & Games Development will be running an Award 1 Child Course in November. Listed below is the criteria for those who wish to take part in the course including the dates of the course. The venue will be Colaiste Cathal Naofa in Dungarvan. Criteria: Have Foundation Level Course completed Have GAA Garda Vetting completed Have ISC/GAA Child Protection Awareness Workshop completed. Be currently active as a coach or have at least 1 year experience as a coach. Full attendance on all nights is compulsory to complete course and receive certification Award 1 Child Dates: Mon. 2nd Nov. 7 pm-10 pm Thur. 05th Nov. 7 pm-10 pm Mon. 9th Nov. 7 pm-10 pm Thur. 12 Nov. 7 pm-10 pm Sat. 14th Nov. 10 am-3 pm Mon. 16th Nov. 7 pm-10 pm

For Award 1 Child Course anyone interested must be registered on the course by Friday, 23rd of October to guarantee a place. No late applicants will be accepted after Friday, October 23rd. The course fee of €50 must be paid by Friday, October 30th. Registration to be done via email to Coach Education Coordinator Michelle Power at michelle.power.gda.waterford@gaa.ie. All who register by the registration deadline will be then contacted to confirm course is going ahead and to arrange payment. If you have any queries on the course please contact Coach Education Coordinator Michelle Power. Oct 12: Munster Under 17 Football – Tipperary 3-15; Waterford 2-6. Oct 11: Limerick Senior Hurling Final – Na Piarsaigh 1-22; Patrickswell 4-12. Oct 11: Clare Senior Hurling Final – Sixmilebridge 1-21; Clonlara 0-15. Oct. 11: Cork Senior Hurling Final – Glen Rovers 2-17; Sarsfields 1-13. Oct. 5th: Munster Under 17 Football – Limerick 3-17; Waterford 1-3.

Mary Cantwell, Secretary Eastern Cumann na mBunscol presents the Roinn C Shield to Newtown's Captain Taylor Butler. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Under 16 Hurling County Finals ALL four County Under 16 titles were won by Eastern clubs in Walsh Park last Saturday despite Trojan efforts by the Western clubs to bring home the cups. Results: Div 1 De La Salle 1-13; Mt. Sion 0-13 Div 2 Clonea 5-17; Naomh Carthaigh 2-17 Div 3 St. Mollerans 3-10; Ballyduff Upper 2-12. Div 4 St. Saviours 5-13; Ardmore 3-7.

No luck for Fourmilewater man in Westmeath CLONKILL are Westmeath senior hurling champions for the 14th time following after a 1-14 to 1-10 success over the defending champions Raharney at Cusack Park a team that included former Fourmilewater player Patrick Walsh. The winners enjoyed a 0-07 to 0-05 interval lead but a Killian Doyle goal gave Raharney hope in the 41st minute. However, Doyle's effort was cancelled out by Niall Dowdall at the other end of the field to help secure the four-point victory.

Some results Oct. 12: Munster Under 17 Football – Tipperary 3-15; Waterford 2-6. Oct. 11: Limerick Senior Hurling Final – Na Piarsaigh 1-22; Patrickswell 4-12. Oct. 11: Clare Senior Hurling Final – Sixmilebridge 1-21; Clonlara 0-15. Oct. 11: Cork Senior Hurling Final – Glen Rovers 2-17; Sarsfields 1-13. Oct. 5th: Munster Under 17 Football – Limerick 3-17; Waterford 1-3.

Song to Commemorate 1916 COISTE Náisiúnta Scór, the National GAA Committee for the promotion of culture, is delighted to announce that, in conjunction with the 1916 commemorations, they are launching a Ballad

Writing Project for second level schools. To commemorate 1916, the GAA through one of its cultural branches Coiste Náisiúnta Scór, would welcome the participation of Second Level Schools in a competition for newly composed ballads. The ballad should be in a traditional style, accompanied or unaccompanied - as Gaeilge or in English – and can be set to an existing or newly composed air. Ballads should deal with the spirit, legacy, leaders or events of 1916 and/or the growth and development of the GAA over the past 100 years. The national winners will be announced and the following prizes to the winning schools will be awarded – 1st - €800; 2nd €500; 3rd - €300.

Carey goes to Kerry CIARAN Carey has been announced as the new manager of the Kerry hurlers. The former Limerick player, winner of two Munster titles and three All Star awards during a 15-year playing career, will be ratified by the County Board shortly. Carey, who has previously managed the Limerick Under 21s and Patrickswell, replaces Eamonn Kelly, who has taken over the reins at Offaly. Carey will announce his management team at a later date. Kerry won promotion from Division 2B of the league last year and are in the Leinster Championship qualifier group alongside Offaly, Westmeath and Carlow.

Scór Na Seachtaine JIM Curran’s 63rd minute point for Ballinameela to bring the County Intermediate Football Final to a replay.

All square in Cork Castlehaven 0-10; Nemo Rangers 0-10. THE sides couldn't be separated in Páirc Uí Rinn as a 58th-minute Dylan Mehigan point ensured that the teams will have to meet again in the coming weeks to decide the Cork SFC title. But both teams failed in the final minutes to get a winning score leaving a

first replay in Cork since 1999 when UCC and Nemo drew.

Healy at the Helm in Cork CORK have appointed former selector Peader Healy as manager of the county's senior football team on a twoyear term. Healy succeeds Brian Cuthbert, who departed in July after Cork's round-4 qualifier exit to Kildare. Healy was previously a selector under Conor Counihan from 2008 to 2013, reaching All-Ireland finals in 2009 and in 2010 when the Rebels beat Down. A former All-Ireland winning Cork minor (1981) and experienced coach, the Naomh Abán man was more recently involved with O’Donovan Rossa and Dr. Crokes. Healy will name his backroom team in due course.

Commercials wins 16th title Clonmel Commercials 1-12; Moyle Rovers 3-5. CLONMEL Commercials are Clean Ireland Recycling Tipperary senior football champions for a 16th time after a one-point win over Moyle Rovers. The newly-crowned Premier County kingpins came from six points down to see off local rivals Moyle Rovers at Semple Stadium on Sunday afternoon. For Commercials, it’s a first county title since 2012 but they had to do it the hard way against dogged Moyle Rovers. At half-time, the margin was just two points, Commercials trailing by 0-7 to 2-3. Commercials, driven forward by Seamus Kennedy, drew level through county star Michael Quinlivan with 11 minutes left before Jason Lonergan put them ahead for the first time since the same player put over the opening score of the game.

Delegate Meeting A DELEGATE meeting of C.L.G. Portláirge Thiar, will be held in Lawlors Hotel, Dungarvan on Tuesday, 27th October commencing at 7.30 pm sharp.

GAA CLUB NOTES

Kilrossanty Kilrossanty CLOTTO SPONSORED BY KILL AGRICULTURAL LTD CLOTTO RESULTS No winner of a Jackpot of €5,000 held in Crotty’s Inn, Leamybrien, on Sunday night 18/10/15. Numbers were 13, 14, 24, 26. €30 to the following people: Emily Lonergan, Patsy Behan, Clonea Power. €30 seller’s prize John Houihan, Crough. Next Clotto held in Micilín’s Bar, Kilrossanty on Sunday night 25/10/15 for a Jackpot of €5,100. On duty on the night Kevin Lonergan & Jason Dee. SENIOR FOOTBALL QUARTER-FINAL We will play Clashmore this Saturday evening, 24th October in the Fraher Field at 6.30 p.m. and will be hoping to keep the championship journey going by reaching the semi-final. The lads finished second in their group this year and over the last couple of weeks they have being putting in a great effort on the training field. Hopefully this effort will pay off on Saturday please come along and support the men in Green and Gold RECYCLED CLOTHES we are still collecting old clothes, shoes, curtains, sheets etc. So if you are doing a clear out please bring them to the GAA club and put them in the recycling bin. GYM It is great to see so many new members joining the gym as the dark evenings draw in. This is a great way of getting fit over the Autumn months and it is also a great social outlet for all those who would like to meet for a chat and a catch up on these dark evenings. If you are interested in joining why not call Jason on 087 7836731. MONSTER BINGO Monster Bingo in aid of Kilrossanty Underage will be held on Friday, 30th October 2015 in Crottys Inn Leamybrien Prize Money €1,200 this is a great fund raiser and social outlet so come along as Jason will have the balls rolling at 8:30 sharp. CLOTTO ONLINE Don't forget that you can also play the Clotto online, with our jackpot now at €5,100 many people have been enquiring how they can play. Just follow the link on our Facebook or webpage. KILROSSANTY FIELD DEVELOPMENT FUNDRAISER Last Man Standing: Will you be the last man or even woman standing. The club will be starting this fundraiser in conjunction with the premier league on the 31st October. Entry is €10 once off and you pick a premier league team that you think will win every week. You pick a different team each week and if your team keeps winning you could be the last man or woman standing. You can get your names into Jason or Kevin. DÉISE DRAW Just one more draw remaining. A big thank you to all who have supported the club in this way as it is a major fundraiser for the club. The last draw will be in Friday week and there is still some monies outstanding from the last draw. Tickets can still also be got for the last remaining draw. Monies can be given to Mairead, Jason or Kevin. FIELD DEVELOPMENT It is great to see the amount of work that is being carried out in our club grounds. Over the last couple of weeks the ditch that divided the new land was removed and a big thank you goes to all those who helped out on that Saturday. Also a number of bulbs in our flood lights needed to be replaced and a full service of the lights also took place. We also had good news during the week when we got word that we had received €20,000 in the latest round of sports capital funding. This will be of great benefit to the further development of the club. Also a big thank you to Noel P. who put the last covering of fertiliser on the new playing surface. It's good to see the new grass coming on so well and that it will be ready for action during the New Year. JUVENILE NOTES Under 12 Football: Our under 12 footballers finished their campaign for the year when they travelled to Clashmore last week but lost out to the home team. The lads had a good year without any success but they played in Division 1 and put in some great performances. The panel of players that were available for the year were: Josh Browne, Michael Casey, Dara Quinn, Dara Veale, Eoin Veale, Ciaran Morrissey, Alan Dunwoody, Calum Hogan, Ultan McCusker, Jack Quinlan, Rian Hayes, Seamus O'Sullivan, Paudi Barry, Jamie Quinn, Christopher Ahearn, Jack Power, Ronan Power, Daniel Behan, Dara White, and Cormac Curran.

Also to the management who did great work with the lads during the year, Kevin Casey, Micheál Veale and Michael Browne. Also a big get well soon to Dara Veale who broke his hand and missed the last two games. Well done on a great year lads and keep up the good work into the future. UNDER 15 HURLING Our under 15 hurlers had their first outing last weekend in the championship when they travelled to Cappoquin to take in the home side in Division 3. The lads put in a great performance winning on a scoreline of 5-13 to 2-2, There were some outstanding performances from Sesmus and Padraig Fitzgerald, Patrick Power and Luke Ryan, Michael Lawlor. Team on the day was: Oscar Murphy, Phillip Dunwoody, Paddy Hayes, Eoin Power, Patrick Power

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(Captain), Seamus Fitzgerald, Padraig Fitzgerald, Luke Ryan, Jack Kavanagh, Rian Hogan, Oisin Walsh, Michael Lawlor, Aidan Behan. Subs: Luke Murray, James Power, Darragh Walsh. Scorers: S. Fitzgerald 0-5, M. Lawlor 3-2, J. Kavanagh 2-1, P. Power 0-2, L. Ryan 0-2, P. Fitzgerald 0-1.

Well done to all mentors and parents involved. The lads are due to play Ballyduff in their next game.

Brickey Rangers Brickey Rangers JUVENILE NOTES Under 8: Training for the under 8's continues each Saturday at the new time for the winter season from 11 am until 12 mid-day. Both hurling and football are played so if you want to join us come along for a bit of fun and learn the skills meet new friends. Brink a drink, a gumsheild, shin guards, Hurley and helmet and the fun is free. Any parent who wishes to help can do so just let one of the coaches know, experience not necessary but the experience that you get from working with the kids is invaluable. Under 9 & 10: Training on Friday evenings at 6.30 p.m. Under 15 championship: We played Ring on Saturday last and after a tight match up to the 50 minutes our boys buckled down and pulled away from the opposition to win the encounter, we are way to Ardmore in this competition on Sunday next. Clothing: A limited number of half zips are available for sale, contact Joanie on 0872310220 for sizes etc. Scrap: A Scrap Collection is being organised by the juvenile club so we are appealing to all to have a root around your garage for any scrap and we can even arrange collection if you contact any of the juvenile committee Open Day: The juvenile club would like to invite all new players, members and friends to an Open Morning in Bushy Park on Saturday, 31st October at 11 am come along see the facilities meet the officers. The following codes will be represented at the open morning, camogie, ladies football and the juvenile club, so boys and girls along with their parents are welcome. Lotto: This week’s Lotto draw took place in the Enterprise Bar with a jackpot of €2,350. The numbers drawn were 2, 3, 24 & 30 and there was no winner. The €25 winners were Pat Barry, Brendan Donnelly, the Kearney family and A, S & H Harnedy. The next draw will take place in The Tudor Bar with a jackpot of €2,500. County Final: Our Junior hurlers were beaten in the County Final on Sunday last in Walsh Park by Dunhill. It was a great year for the team and we just came up short against a strong Dunhill side. Well done to all involved. Senior football: Our senior footballers will contest the quarter-final this Saturday at 8 pm in Fraher Field.

Kill Kill CLUB LOTTO Kirwans hosted the club Lotto draw last Monday night, 5th Oct., where the jackpot was worth a staggering 10k. There was no winner on the night, nor was there any Match 3’s, so the two lucky dip prizes went to Shannon O'Donoghue, Portlaw, and Martin Mulcahy, Boatstrand. Each received €25 for their troubles. The numbers drawn on this occasion were 13, 14, 27, 30. The next draw was then held in Dunphy’s a week later where the jackpot still stood at €10,000. Like the week before their was no jackpot winner nor any Match 3’s, so the lucky dip winners were Jack Harney, Dunhill and Mary McGrath c/o Kevin Burns, Fenor. Both received €25. The numbers pulled from the hat this time were 2, 11, 19, 26. It’s back to Kirwans for the next draw with the jackpot still unaltered. CONGRATS A good week for Tadhg Campbell got even better when his partner Paulina gave birth to their second child last week, a baby girl. We wish them all the best of health and happiness in the coming years from everyone in the club. JUNIOR HURLING COUNTY FINAL A day of contrasting emotions were visible in Walsh Park last Saturday week. Firstly, that morning we learnt of the sad passing of former Kill star of the sixties, Mick Kirwan, and by 5 pm that evening we put our grief aside for a few moments to celebrate a sensational finish to the junior hurling final as Fenor captured a first ever County hurling crown at adult level. After last year’s football success Kill returned the compliment to our hurling counterparts to stun St. Marys, Touraneena, in a very tight contest. Leading by a point at the interval the lads fell a point behind as the game entered injury time before SDC came up with a moment of magic to finally get Fenor over the line as history was made. Their were heroes galore on the day none more so than Mick’s grandson, Ciaran, who got 3 points from play, which in the circumstances was a telling contribution. Once again well done to the players and the management team of Stephen O'Sullivan, Eddie Power and Brian Rockett, coaches Joe Kennedy and Dermot Dooley, Physical Trainer Mick Mooney, Physio Peter Kirwan and First Aid Tom O'Neill.

The Kilrossanty team who were beaten by An Ghaeltacht in the Cappoquin Transport Under 13 Bord na nOg Division 2 Hurling Western Final. JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our junior footballers finally get to see some action this Thursday night, 22nd Oct. when we play neighbours Bunmahon under lights in Carriganore in the quarter finals of the championship. Throw-in is at 8 pm and we ask all our supporters to come out in force as usual. SINCERE SYMPATHY To player Mikey Nicholls and his family on the death of his uncle Michael O’Byrne Jnr. in Tramore last week. May he rest in peace.

Shamrocks Shamrocks CLUB LOTTO Last Saturday's winning lotto numbers were 4-11-22-25, and there was no winner. €20 winners were Oliver Flanagan, Dan Casey, Ann Marie de Sousa, Helen Donovan, and Ger Heffernan. Next week's jackpot will be €10,200. 'GUNNERS CHAMPIONS AGAIN Ballygunner ground out their 14th senior title last Sunday when they had four points to spare over a gallant Tallow team. Though the teams were level at half-time, Tallow could only raise four white flags in the second half, and the goal they needed never really materialised. The Gunners now play Glen Rovers in Walsh Park next Sunday, and we wish them well. INTERMEDIATE HURLING Also taking place in Walsh Park next Sunday is the Intermediate Hurling Final between Modeligo and Portlaw. Modeligo who came up from the Junior ranks last year have had a sensational year in the Intermediate championship, and could complete a jump from junior to senior in successive years should they beat Portlaw. That would be some achievement. Good luck to them. WEDDING BELLS This weekend sees two weddings in the parishes with popular Shamrocks player Brian Harnedy walking up the aisle on Saturday with Tyrone native Emma Hamill. While back in Knockanore on the same day Elizabeth Smith ties the knot with Eamonn Kiely. Best wishes to you both from all in the Shamrocks.

St.Mary’s Mary’s Juveniles Juveniles St. U-12 FOOTBALL We finished our league campaign with an away match to Gaultier last Sunday week, 11th Oct. Like the previous rounds defeat was our lot as a much stronger Barony side eased passed us on the day despite our best efforts. We certainly found the step up to Division 1A big jump for us this year, so hopefully we will find ourselves in a lower grade next year which would allow us to compete. Once again thanks to Ray Hennessy, Gary McCormack and Paul Mooney for looking after this group plus the U-11’s throughout the year. U-16 HURLING Our County Semi-final saw us make the long journey to Ardmore last Sunday morning, 11th Oct. to take on the home team. The old adage 'goals win games’ was never so true as the Westerners scored 6 while we failed to register one, and there leads to the reasons why we lost this one. Two goals by Ardmore in the opening 5 minutes saw us trail early and despite scoring 10 first half points we were still behind at the short whistle 3-3 to 0-10. When the opposition repeated their first half-trick of scoring 2 goals on the resumption we were left with a mountain to climb. Try as we might we could never strike a blow during that second half as the seasiders ran out winners on a scoreline of 6-10 to 0-16. Great work was done with this bunch by John Sheahan, Davy Dunphy and Brendan Mooney.

SINCERE SYMPATHY To the family of Mick Kirwan, Carrigeen, Kill who passed to his eternal reward recently from all in St. Mary's. Between Mick's sons, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and relatives they have had a long involvement since our club was founded over 35 years ago, while his daughterin-law Mary is currently our secretary. May the angels have mercy on his soul. U-21 HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP Tramore are our opponents in the first round of the championship this coming Saturday. No venue or time as of writing the notes, so please check with club officers or the Waterford GAA website. U-15 HURLING LEAGUE Tramore came away with the 2 points when they easily accounted for us last Sunday morning, 18th Oct. in Kill. The final score in this round 1 tie was St. Mary's 2-2; Tramore 4-12.

Naomh Chartaigh Naomh U-16s Our U-16s took on Clonea last Saturday at 2.30 p.m in Walsh Park in the County Final. Our lads were very well prepared but against a very good Clonea side we were slow to get going and went in at half-time down by 5 pts. Yet, again in the second half we upped our game and came from been 5 pts down to take the lead by a point. At this stage in the game our lads were giving it everything they had and went 3 pts. behind only to dig deep and got the equalising point just before the final whistle. Final scoreline read Naomh Chartaigh 2-15; Clonea 2-15. Extra time of 10 minutes aside was played and Clonea got off to a great start and got 1-2 very early on. As hard as the lads tried they could not bridge the gap and Clonea ran out deserved winners on a scoreline of 5-17 to 2-17. Even though the lads were very disappointed after the game they can hold their heads high for the way they improved and preformed through the season. Well done and thanks to each and everyone of the panel and to Kieran O’Gorman and Aidan Ormonde for their hard work and commitment during the year. Afterwards all the players met up in Lismore Hotel for a well deserved meal. THANKS Many thanks to Liz Foley for providing sandwiches for the after-training cup of tea on Friday night and also for the aftermatch refreshments on Saturday. SYMPATHY Sympathy to the O’Donoghue family, Parks Road on the passing of life long clubman Jack. JUVENILE MEETING Committee meeting this Thursday night in the GAA Clubhouse at 8 p.m.

Clonea Juveniles Clonea Juveniles BLOTTO Next Blotto draw is on Sunday, October 25th, Jackpot €6,000 draw is on this Sunday, 27th September, Jackpot now €5,900. We appreciate your support. U-16 DIV 2 COUNTY FINAL What an epic encounter the U-16 Div 2 County Final was between Clonea & Naomh Carthaigh (Lismore), which took place in Walsh Park last Saturday, 17th October ’15 at 2.30 p.m. With both teams evenly matched, it was going to take goals to separate them. With the score at 0-6 each in the 18th minute of the game, it was Clonea who got the break with the first goal of the game. By half-time Clonea were ahead by 5 points on a scoreline of 2-10 to 1-8. The second half was a different affair. Naomh Carthaigh clocked up 1-3 without reply, which put them

ahead by a point. Clonea did not score until the 19th minute of the second half, but when they scored, they found the net which left the score at 3-10 to 2-12 which nudged Clonea in front by a point. With some great points taken by both teams, it was all to play for in the dying minutes of the game. As the game went into injury time Clonea were a point ahead on a scoreline of 3-13 to 2-15. In the thirrd minute of injury time Naomh Carthaigh got a free to draw the game and bring it to extra time. Determined not to let the game slip, the Clonea boys played out of their skins in the first half of extra time, notching up a goal and two points to Naomh Carthaigh’s 1 point. Score 4-15 to 2-17 In the second period of extra time Clonea notched up another goal and two points to put the game out of reach for Naomh Carthaigh. Final Score after extra time, Clonea 5-17; Naomh Carthaigh 2-17. It was a mighty battle between two great teams. Congratulations to the Clonea U16s and their Management Team of Shom Power, Mairtin Power, Neddy Fogarty and Alan Power. A lot of hard work and effort by both management and players brought them to this day. Well done. Thanks to all the supporters who travelled to Walsh Park to see the game.

Melleray Glen Rovers Melleray/Glen Rovers WEEKLY LOTTO Weekending 18/10/2015. There was no winner on the night and the 3 x €10 consolation prizes went to Bob Keane, Ann O'Gorman and Denis Byrne. Next week’s Jackpot is €1,050 and the draw will take place next Sunday night at the Cats Bar at 9.00 p.m. Many thanks for your continued support with our Club Lotto. CLOTHES COLLECTION Clothes collection took place on Saturday, 17th October, and it was a great success. Many thanks to all who donated clothes on the run up to Saturday and on the day, your support is greatly appreciated. MR. AND MRS. CLAUS AND LITTLE ELVES THEMED WALK ON THE 20th DECEMBER, 2015 We at Melleray Glenrovers GAA Club are very happy to announce that we will be holding a Mr. and Mrs. Claus and little Elves themed fundraising walk on Sunday, 20th December, 2015, from The Cats Bar, Melleray, to Saint Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore. In keeping with the joy of Christmas and the sharing and caring associated with it, we will be splitting all proceeds made with St. Carthage’s Rest Home, Lismore. This walk will be open to all ages and hopefully we will be joined by plenty of little elves along the route. To top off the day we will congregate in Melleray that night and hopefully get to sing the night away with Christmas Carols as promised from last year. So don’t be disappointed and order your outfit in time so as you can join us in this festive fun walk. More details to follow in the coming weeks. WEST WATERFORD FUNDRAISING WALK This walk will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th October, in aid of The O'Donnell House Fire, Monatarrive, and St. Carthage’s House, Lismore. The walk commences from Mount Melleray gates at 10.00 a.m., buses leaving the Lismore House Hotel Car Park at 9.30 a.m. to Melleray. Refreshments will be served along the route and on completion of the walk there will be light refreshments served in Lismore House Hotel. Return buses to Melleray after the walk will be available. Please support this worthy cause. SINCERE SYMPATHY Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of the late Jim Tobin, Feddaun, Melleray, at this time on the very sad passing of Jim, former Melleray/Glenrovers GAA Club Player. Rest in peace.

Fourmilewater COUNTY CAMOGIE CHAMPIONS 1964 Ballymacarbry Camogie team won the County Camogie title back in 1964. On Friday, 13th November at 8:30 pm, Fourmilewater GAA club will honour the team. We are making a presentation to the team. We would hope that everyone will attend and all club members are asked to support the night. Food will be served on the night. Team: Nuala Ryan, Maureen Ryan, Mai Kennedy, Carmel Culkin, Eileen Ryan (RIP), Mary Ryan, Kathleen Hannigan, Ambrose Moore, Maura Melody, Brid Cashin, Breda Power, Helen Whelan (RIP). Subs: Eileen Walsh (RIP), Ann McCarthy, Bridget Wall, Ann Mangan, Ester Grant and Rita Culkin. Management: Johnny Coffey, Jim Phelan, Billy Kennedy (RIP), Jimmy Ryan (RIP).

The County Final was played in Kilmacthomas on July 30th against Eire Og of Waterford City. Final Score: Ballymac 3-4; Eire Og 2-5. SPONSORSHIP If you are interested in becoming one of the club sponsors where through our club notes, social media we will guarantee your company or business maximum exposure, please feel free to contact club PRO Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or any committee member. WEEKLY LOTTO RESULT Weekly Lotto Draw took place in Doocey's Bar. No winner 5 by €30. Myrtle Brown, Tom Halpin, Crotty granchildren, Rebecca Doocey, Chrissie Condon. Next week jackpot €750. CLUB LOTTO The weekly lotto draw takes place every Saturday in Dooceys Bar at 9:30. Tickets are always available and who knows, you may be a winner. As well as having a chance of winning the top prize you are also contributing funds to your club. 45 CARD RESULTS 45 card results: Winners Paddy Wall & Vincent Wall. 2nd Eileen Kelly & Alice Ryan. Pat & Mary Guiry. Lucky tables: John Mangan & Mem Murphy, Seamus & Ollie O’Neill. MUNSTER LADIES A FOOTBALL FINAL Hard luck to the Ballymacarbry Ladies football team who lost to Mourneabbey in the Munster A final last Saturday. Despite the defeat, they have once again done the village proud. NIRE FOOTBALLERS Best of luck to the Nire footballers in the county quarter-final this weekend. NIRE/FOURMILEWATER JUVENILES U-12 Football: Hard luck to our U-12 footballers who lost out to Chois Bride last Friday evening. Important Note for coaches or anyone who intends to coach teams: There is a foundation level coaching course taking place in Ballymac community centre the 3rd 5th &10th of November from 7-10 each night . This course is compulsory for those of you who want to be involved in coaching within the club. Please contact Declan Spelman if you wish to take part as this course will not be run again in Ballymac for at least the next year. Please contact our Welfare Officer Declan Spelman for further details (087) 763 7616. Foundation level coaching course, mandatory for all coaches will take place in October details to follow. Waterford Coaching & Games Development will be running an Award 1 Adult Coach Education Course in October & November 2015. Listed below is the criteria for those who wish to take part in the course including the dates of the course. The course will run in the Dungarvan area in Colaiste Cathal Naofa. Criteria: • Have Foundation Level Course completed no later than October 2014. • Have GAA Garda Vetting completed. • Have ISC/GAA Child Protection Awareness Workshop completed. • Be currently active as a coach or have at least 1 year experience as a coach. • Full attendance on all nights is compulsory to complete course and receive certification. Award 1 Adult Dates: Mon., 19th October 7 pm – 10 pm Thur., 22nd October 7 pm – 10 pm Thur., 29th October 7 pm – 10 pm Sat., 31st October 9.30 am-3 pm Mon., 2nd November 7 pm – 10 pm Thur., 5th November 7 pm – 10 pm For Award 1 Adult Course anyone interested must be registered on the course by Monday, 5th October. The course fee of €50 must be paid by Mon., 12th October. Registration for the course is via email to Coach Education Coordinator Michelle Power at michelle.power.gda.waterford@gaa.ie All who register by the registration deadline will be then contacted to confirm course is going ahead and to arrange payment. Garda Vetting – Reminder to all coaches: Could all coaches whom have received confirmation of their Garda vetting application please return the letter received to Declan Spelman. The children and vulnerable persons act 2012 will pass all stages by November 2015, this act makes Garda vetting MANDATORY. Coaches will be liable under law if found not to be vetted.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015 Clubs should ensure that all underage players are registered before playing, as there has been increasing numbers of injury claims from non registered players. The new code of behaviour in now in place and can be viewed on GAA and county websites. Replica Jerseys: Anybody interested in buying a Nire replica jersey, they are available now from Declan Spelman (087) 763 7616. Support: We are always very grateful for the support we receive from everyone in the community. We would love to see more people come along to our games and really get behind the team, the various teams and mentors put a lot of hard work into the teams and come match day, it would be great if more supporters came along to the games. That support could be and often is the difference between winning and losing. We would also like to ask parents to please respond to texts about your children's availability for matches. It's important for the coaches to know exactly who can or can't attend a match. Thank you again for your support and cooperation Reminder: We would ask all parents to respond to texts received from club mentors when asked if your child will or will not be attending games training etc. Gum Shields: Just a reminder to all parents that Gum Shields are obligatory for Gaelic Football when playing or training for Gaelic Football. None of us want to prevent any child from participating in our teams but we cannot allow any child play hurling without a helmet or football without a Gum Shield. Training U-12's: Our U-12 training continues every Tuesday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Milfield €1. U-10/ U11 Training: Our U-10/11's training continues every Monday evening between 6 and 7 pm in Millfield. U-8/U-9: Our U-8/9's training continues on Thursdays between 6 pm and 7 pm in the Millfield €1. U-6's/U-7's: Our U-6's/U-9's training continues every Monday between 7 pm and 8 pm in the Millfield €1. Club Notes: If you would like anything included in the Club notes, Facebook or Twitter updates, please contact Muiris Walsh at 0868159136 or at baronpark20@gmail.com Respect: Respect your teammates, Respect your opponents, Respect your coaches, Respect officials and Respect the games.

Modeligo COUNTY INTERMEDIATE HURLING FINAL Modeligo vrs. Portlaw Sunday, October 25th in Walsh Park at 1:45pm. Ref. T. O'Sullivan (Cappoquin) Having won our club's first ever Western Intermediate title two weeks ago, the hurlers of Modeligo will travel to Walsh Park on Sunday next to try and add the County title to our honours list. Standing between the lads and the County title are Portlaw, who have earned their place in this final by capturing the Eastern Intermediate crown with a very good win against a fancied Clonea Power side. It has been a number of weeks since they won that title, and our drawn game with Ardmore also meant that they had to wait a little longer, but this has obviously given them plenty of time to prepare. Without a shadow of doubt, this will be our biggest challenge to date, and Modeligo will have to give their biggest performance of the year if they are to prevent the cup from traveling to the "Tannery Town" on Sunday night. If they can manage to do that, what an achievement it will be for our club! The lads have prepared well and as always, will give an all-out effort on Sunday. To all the local lads togging-out on the day, we send our very best wishes and must also say that great credit is due to the team's selectors; Shane Reddy; John Troy and Kenny Reddy; along with Manager, Barry Hazelwood, who have guided the squad all the way to have a shot at the Intermediate County title. On the day of the Western Final against Clashmore, once again, the support for Modeligo was simply fantastic. To each and every one of you who came along on the day to cheer on the lads, on behalf of all the players and management, a huge thank you to you all, but if at all possible, please come along again on Sunday and give them the same brilliant support on County Final day. Get behind these lads, they have given us some brilliant days in recent times and hopefully, Sunday next will be another one. COUNTY FINAL MEAL Following the Intermediate Hurling County Final next Sunday, Modeligo GAA Club will hold a post match meal in The Park Hotel Dungarvan at 5 pm sharp, with prices set as follows; Adults €17, Children €8. To book your place, call Mairead McGrath at (087) 7986586 by Friday, October 23rd next at 1 p.m. at the very latest. COUNTY SENIOR HURLING FINAL It was great to see "Má Dheilge" mentioned on the cover of Sunday's County Senior hurling final programme, as Thomas 'Tyler' Walsh took charge of the whistle for the big match, the first of hopefully many Senior finals for him to come.

Cois Bhride u-11 Town & Country League winners win victory over Kilrossanty on Friday night last.

Congratulations on your selection Tyler, and well done from us all here in the Modeligo club. SYMPATHY Sincerest sympathy is expressed from all in Modeligo GAA Club to the extended Kirwan family, of Kill, Co. Waterford on the passing of Mick Kirwan recently. MIck's son Peter, is a well known Sports Physio involved in GAA circles, and has worked with many of our players during the past few years. "Ar dheis Dé go raibh a ainm." CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations to Tom Devine who was recently awarded a Scholarship in U.C.C. as part of their Scholarship programme for excellence in Sport. COACHING COURSE *Dates: November 3rd, 5th and 10th. *Times: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. *Venue: Ballymacarbry. A Foundation Level Coaching course will commence on Tuesday, November 3rd in Ballymacarbry Community Centre at 7 pm and thereafter on November 5th and 10th. If there is any one who may have missed out on previous courses, they are welcome to attend. If interested in attending, please contact Micheál Power (0872892116) before this coming Friday, October 23rd. 2015 WESTERN INTERMEDIATE HURLING FINAL Modeligo 0-19; Clashmore 0-9 Played on Sunday, October 11th, in Fraher Field, Dungarvan, this game will go down in the ever growing history of our club as our first Intermediate title ever won. Having won our way out of the Junior grade last year, it was always hoped within our own group that we could challenge with the best in the Intermediate championship in 2015. The initial priority was to secure our place and with that guaranteed following a draw with Ardmore and a really hard earned win over Ballysaggart, there has been a momentum gathering with this squad which was really evident on Sunday last when we faced Clashmore. I'm sure that there will be a well documented match report in the Sports pages of this edition, so I'll leave that to those commentators to cover. Instead, I'll just say that Sunday last, was a day to remember, and a pleasure and honour to witness and be part of. From start to finish, the lads were excellent, and excluding the opening few minutes in which Clashmore led, I think it's fair to say that they were on top throughout. As well as the lads togged out on the day, great credit is due to the selectors; Shane Reddy; John Troy and Kenny Reddy; along with Barry Hazelwood who have guided the squad all the way to have a shot at the Intermediate County title. Once again, the support on the day was simply fantastic. To each and everyone of you who came along on the day to cheer on the lads, on behalf of all the players and management, a huge thank you to you all. If at all possible, please come along again on Sunday and give them the same support on County Final day (Sunday, October 25th in Walsh Park) when we face Portlaw

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SYMPATHY Sincere sympathy to Louise Walsh and family, Gleann Doire, Tramore, the O'Byrne family, Moonloun and the Walsh families, Beech Park and Monmahogue on the recent untimely death of her beloved partner, Mick O'Byrne (Junior). Their sons, Jack, Tom and Aidan are fine young hurlers with the Club.

The O'Byrne family have been great supporters of the Club for many years while the Walsh's have contributed tremendously on all fronts since the Club was founded in 1951. May the Lord have mercy on his gentle soul. HURLING We play St Mary’s in the Eastern U-21 B Hurling Semi-Final on Saturday, 24th October in Dunhill. Time to be confirmed. Congratulations to Fenor who captured the County Junior Hurling Championship in dramatic style when they beat St Mary's, Touraneena in Walsh Park in a great final last Saturday. JUVENILE CLUB TRAINING Juvenile Training is ongoing for most ages from 6 to 16 for football and hurling. Any queries can be sent to Club Secretary Mick Crowley by text to 087 7655507. LOTTO The next draw takes place this Wednesday, 21st October, when the Jackpot will be €5,800. Tickets €2 each are on sale in the usual outlets. There was no winner of the €5,700 Jackpot in last Wednesday's draw. The numbers drawn were 1, 4, 19 and 21. Lucky Dip Winners of €40 each were Peter Allen, 96 Sweetbriar, Charlie Ryan, c/o Club Bar and Theresa O'Leary, c/o GAA Club. Thanks to all who support the Lotto. SOCIAL DANCING LESSONS These continue every Tuesday in the Club Centre from 7 pm - 10 pm. Come along and enjoy what promises to be a great night. Contact Glen 087 9183218 SOCIAL DANCE NIGHT There will be a Social Dance Night in Tramore GAA Club Centre on Friday 16th October with Dave Lawler. Doors open at 8.30 pm. CAMOGIE Training on Wednesday evenings U-6 to U-10, 6 - 7 pm, U-12 to U-14, 7 – 8 pm, Training now on Thursday evenings for U16 to U18 from 7 - 8 pm. DEISE DRAW The final draw of the year takes place in Cappoquin on Friday, 30th October. Tickets, €10 each, can be got from Pat Cullen or Anne Bohan. Winners in our September Local Member’s Draw were Angela Scanlon, c/o Noel Cullen, John Hayden, Springmount and Paul O'Leary, Pond Road while Anne Bohan won the promoters prize. Thanks to all who support the Deise Draw. ASTROTURF AND HALL Open to Clubs and Children's Parties, for further information, contact our Sports and Social Manager, Charlie Ryan at 0868232021. CIRCUIT TRAINING AND CORE PILATES Circuits with John Frost on Wednesday at 7.30 pm. Pilates with Davy Wade on Thursday at 7.30 pm. €5 for each class and all welcome. BINGO In the Club every Monday at 8 pm and all are welcome. CARDS Every Friday at 9.30 pm sharp and all are welcome. Friday draw winners were Zac Crowley and Frankie Walsh while recent Bonus Ball winners were Noreen Condron (Bingo) and Laura Cullen. LADIES FOOTBALL Training on Monday evenings U-12 & U-14, 8 pm - 9 pm, Training on Saturday Mornings U-8 & U-10 11 am - 12 noon. New members welcome.

Stradbally LATE BRIAN SWEENEY It is with sadness that we learned of the death of Brian Sweeney recently. Brian played football with Stradbally for a good number of years. To all his family our thoughts are with you. May he rest in peace. LATE BETTY REILLY We were all shocked this week when we heard that Betty Reilly had passed away after a long illness. Betty had been a devoted servant to the Stradbally GAA club down through the years and was always ready to lend a hand when help was needed. To all her family we offer our deepest sympathy. May she rest in peace. SENIOR FOOTBALL We play Ardmore on Friday night next, 23rd in Fraher Field at 8 p.m. This will be a difficult assignment as Ardmore are a much improved team. This is a must win game as the defeated team on the night will exit the championship. We would appreciate a lot of support on the night. UNDER 12 FOOTBALL Stradbally U-12 football team played their final game in the Town & County Football League on Friday night last, recording a hard fought win over Ballinacourty in an exciting game. Playing eight matches, Stradbally recorded seven victories against Clashmore, St. Patricks, Rathgormack, Dungarvan, Naomh Brid and Kilrossanty, and were only defeated once, by Youghal. In what was a very enjoyable campaign, the Stradbally boys displayed great teamwork and played a good brand of fast football. Well done to each and every member of the U-12 panel: Donnchadh O'Brien, John McArthur, Darragh Farrell, Joseph Fenlon, Daire Walsh, Donnchadh Dunphy, Conor Fennell, Michael Mullaney, Michael O'Brien, Rory Fennell, Dara McGrath, Tommy Fennell, Conor Organ, Cormac McGrath, Oran Grant, Rian O'Reilly, Andrew Weldon.

Thanks to all the team working with the boys: Brian Fennell, Colin McArthur, Michael O'Brien, Eamonn Clancy, Jim Skehan and John McGrath and to Kieran Heffernan who came on board this year, for his top class coaching of the players. Appreciation to parents for their support and for travelling to training and matches and thanks to Theresa Keane, team secretary. We look forward to the next outing for the lads. FIELD DEVELOPMENT The new field is looking good at the moment as the filling is still being brought in. The levels are coming up steadily, but it will still take a lot more filling to enable the drainage to take place. LADIES FOOTBALL Our ladies U13 team are County Champion after beating a very strong Ballymac team in the final recently in Dungarvan GAA Field. This was a tremendous achievement to pull off this victory. The training and coaching that was done really showed especially in the second half. This bunch of young girls got stuck in in the second half and did not yield to the strong and relentless pressure that Ballymac put them under. In the last ten minutes our girls got the upper hand and went on to win by 1-7 to 1-5. The U-13 shield was presented to Shiona Dunphy by Michael Coakley. To the mentors Paul Heffernan and Tomas Gough who put in such an effort all year a huge thank you. Also to everybody else involved well done, but most of all the panel of players who played their hearts out, also to their parents who brought them to the field for training and coaching.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Lismore (KINDLY SPONSORED BY EAMONN'S PLACE) SHINTY HURLING Congratulations to Club player Maurice Shanahan who has been selected on the Irish Shinty Panel for two tests. These dated for October 24th against Scotland in Inverness and November 21st in Croke Park. HARK LUCK Hard luck to our U-16 s who were defeated by Clonea last Saturday by Clonea. CONGRATS Congratulations to Ballygunner who won this year's County Hurling Final last Sunday. Wishing them the best of luck in their Munster Club campaign. LISMORE CLUB LOTTO Lismore GAA Club held their Club lotto on Monday evening in the Community Centre at 7.30 p.m for a jackpot of €19,450. Numbers drawn on the night were as follows: 1, 17, 21, 28. No winner. Consolation prizes of €20 went to the following: Helen McNamara, Tommy Keating, David Whelan and Pat Montayne. Next week's jackpot will be €19,600. Ticketsc €2 each or 3 for €5. SYMPATHY Lismore GAA Club extends their sympathy to the O’Donoghue family, Parks Road, on the sad passing of Jack during thev week. Jack was a member of the Lismore senior panel in 1942 that lost the senior hurling county final in the boardroom to Erin's Own. He played in all grades of hurling with the club and was on many CBS teams during his playing years. Jack was a life long GAA supporter and the time of his death was Club President of the Lismore GAA. He was a follower of all games but especially camogie and took great pride in seeing his grand-daughters playing at club and County levels over the years. A true gentleman and will be sadly missed not just by the club but especially his family, extended family, neighbours and friends. May he rest in peace

Abbeyside/Ballinacourty JACK THE JOKER Our ever popular Jack the Joker fundraiser continues this Sunday night in Minnies Bar where the jackpot is €6,200 as on Sunday night last Laurance Power was drawn out of the drum and chose card number 44 which wasn’t the Joker although he did win €50. Hiker McGrath and Cadhla McGrath won €25 each. As well as our group of ticket sellers tickets can be purchased from Convenience Store Ballinroad, Village Flowers, Spar, Mousies Takeaway, Minnies Bar and Crottys Corner Bar. SENIOR FOOTBALL On Friday night last we defeated Clashmore in the play-off game in the Senior Football Championship and this Saturday night we play Gaultier in the quarter final of the Championship in St. Mollerans Club Grounds at 7:30 p.m. Team: S. ENRIGHT, C. McCARHTY, S. O’HARE, B. LOOBY, R. FOLEY, D. COLLINS, E. BERGIN, J. HURNEY, C. PRUNTY, P. HURNEY, M. FIVES, M. O’HALLORAN, S. O’DONOVAN, G. HURNEY, M. FERNCOMBE.

CLUB BINGO Our Club Bingo will continue this Sunday night in the CBS Hall where the jackpot is €1,300. JUVENILE SECTION Under 10: After a busy few months the playing year for the U-10's is nearly over. August and September saw us participate in the division one hurling league against Lismore, Fourmilewater, Dungarvan and St. Pats. A couple of weeks ago we travelled to Carriganore for matches organised by the Games and Development committee. Here we played De La Salle, Cois Bride and Clonea. Finally, weekend just gone Ballybacon/Grange from Tipperary came to Abbeyside with their U-10 panel where we divided the squads to play two matches. A great afternoon's hurling was had by all and thanks to Ballybacon/Grange for coming down, to our parents who helped in anyway (serving teas, moving goals, bringing 'goodies' etc.) Thanks to James for refereeing and Audrey and Niamh for assistance they provided on the day. To all, much appreciated. I'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate my fellow coach, Richie and his U-13 camogie panel on their county final win over Gaultier at the weekend. Well done to all. Training for the year will continue Friday's 6 ‘till 7 with us going into the hurling wall soon Nights under lights: Please note, next Friday, 23rd October, to mark the end of the season for some age groups, we will be hosting a "Nights under Lights" for our underage groups of U-8, U-7, U-6 & U-5. This will give the players an opportunity to have a game under lights and experience the atmosphere of it. As a result there will be NO training for any of these age groups on Saturday 24th. This will be the last training for the U-5 & U-6 age groups. U-7 will continue on Saturday morning until mid/end November (weather permitting). U-8 will continue on Friday nights to end of November (weather permitting). Mentors will keep you posted via texts so please ensure you

Clonea U-16 Division 2 County Champions for 2015 after they defeated Naomh Chartaigh at Walsh Park on Saturday last.

are receiving same, if not speak with your mentor ASAP. Lastly, we would ask all travelling to the pitch on Friday night to be vigilant when driving down to pitch and parking. Please adhere to the instructions of those who will be controlling traffic as it will be dark especially on departure. See you all from 7 pm to 8 pm and as usual the teas and coffees will be available. Under 15 Hurling: Our under 15 hurling team took on near neighbours Dungarvan on Sunday morning last in the Western championship. After a slow start our boys settled down to play some fine hurling on the morning and come away with a comprehensive victory. Next up for this age group is against Lismore on Sunday morning next at 11 a.m.

Dungarvan GOOD LUCK AFTER SEVEN YEARS Last Friday was a sad day above in the club when two of our Community Employment Workers, Fás workers in previous times, Henry Walsh, Childers Estate and Tony Wall, the Orchard retired after seven dedicated years of service. Both men were part of a team under Paddy Fitzgerald over the years that kept the club Grounds in order and the fruits of their work is there for all to see. If we didn’t have men such as Henry and Tony, it would be difficult to maintain the Grounds properly. Everyone in the club thanks both men for their efforts and wishes them a happy retirement. UNDER 10 TOURNAMENT Our under 10’s enjoyed a great day out in Sean Phobail last Saturday when we played Moyle Rovers from Clonmel and Watergrass Hill from Cork in the An Ghaeltacht under 10 Tournament. Our players on the day were John Meehan, Darragh Murphy, Paddy Keenan, Callium Bulfin, James Maye, Eddie Burke, Jamie McCarthy, Darryl Harty, Brian Curran, Billy Hickey, Adam Mulligan, Zach Power and Leon Lannon. Thanks to the club mentors and the parents who provided transport. GET WELL SOON Best wishes to our under 10 player Luke Power, Springfield, who broke his hand recently and we hope he will be back in action before too long. UNDER 15 HURLING We played St. Olivers at home in the first round of the Western under 15 Western Championship last Wednesday evening when our visitors ran out worthy winners by 0-16 to 1-7. We played Abbeyside away from home last Saturday morning but they proved much too strong for us on a scoreline of 9-16 to 0-4. Thanks to our players and their mentors for their efforts in both games. Under 15 fixtures to come: Sunday, November 1st, Home to St. Carthages. Sunday November 8th, away to St. Pats. Games start at 11 am. CORNER OF REMEMBRANCE The committee decided at its October meeting to initiate a Corner of Remembrance in the clubhouse and invitations are extended to families who had a deceased member involved in any capacity in the club over the years to bring a photo of them up to the clubhouse for inclusion in same. AGM The adult club AGM will be held on Friday, November 20th and nominations for positions in

the club, on and off the field and motions can be sent to our club secretary Joanne by the last day of October. HAPPY RETIREMENT Word came through on the grapevine last weekend that Jim Dee has hung up his biro as the secretary of the Waterford Senior Hurling team after a stint of fifteen dedicated years in the job. Jim served under five different managers and obviously he did a lot of unknown work behind the scenes over the years. The club sends Jim its best wishes in his retirement and hopefully the Board will recognise his service in a meaningful way. FOUNDATION COURSE A Foundation course will commence on Tuesday, November 3rd in Ballymacarbry Centre from 7 pm to 10 pm and thereafter on November 5th and 10th. If there is any one from the Club who wish to attend, please contact our Juvenile Secretary, Deirdre. UNDER 12 FOOTBALL Our under 12’s played their final game of the year at home against Youghal last Friday evening. Thanks to all the boys and their families who took part this year, to their mentors Pat Curran and Trevor Galvin and our team secretary Una Mulligan, all of whom kept the show on the road this year. LOTTO UP TO €10,500 This week's lotto numbers are 4, 7, 14 and 17. There was no winner. Next week's jackpot is worth €10,500. The winners of the €100 are Shannon and Zoey Barry, Ferncombe. Thanks to everybody who buys and who sells the lotto. Remember! You can do the lotto on your phone now. SYMPATHY The club sends its sincere sympathy to the family of the late Tolly Queally, formerly of Mary Street, who played with the club in bygone years. The club also sends its sincere sympathy to the family of a great Waterford supporter, Noreen Lyons, who worked in the Shopping Centre and who was known to one and all, who died recently. DUNGARVAN LADIES FOOTBALL NOTES Over the past year the club has reached various County Finals and had success on the pitch: The under 6/8/10/12s had a very successful year. The under 8s and 10s participated in various blitzes and tournaments. There was a very strong turn out of girls all year with numbers reaching as high as 40 in some training sessions. The under 12s now have a group of girls to take part in next years under 12 championship having played a number of challenge matches throughout the summer. The U-13/U-14 girls reached the Semi-Finals and Finals this year. The U-15/U-16 girls reached the Finals of their competitions. This is a great achievement from this bunch of girls as many of the teams are pulling from the same group of girls. The adult team took part in this year’s intermediate championship, The girls reached the final in the 11-a-side championship, and played several other games in both the 7-a-side and the 15-a-side championships. The minors played their first game in their championship last week and came out with a brilliant win over Stradbally. This year’s AGM will take place on Tuesday, 24th November in the clubhouse at 7 p.m. If anybody is interested in helping out with training, management, or wanting to be a member of the

club committee, then please come along on the night or contact a member of the committee.

Comeragh Rangers Comeragh Rangers Ladies Ladies MUNSTER PLATE CHAMPIONS Comeragh Ranger’s senior team have won the Munster plate title for the second year running. The girls had a comprehensive win over Cappawhite. The final was played in Tipp town at 2 pm on Sunday, 18th October. The final score was 4-9 to 1-4. The first half was intense, with a low scoring from both sides. Cappawhite missed a penalty at a crucial stage in the first half. The half ended on a score line of 4 points to 1 point in favour of Comeragh Rangers. Ger Power began the second half with a lovely goal from play. The girls then really found their stride and got a further three goals. The backline were solid in defence and worked hard throughout the match. Congratulations to Anne Dunphy who won Player of the Match, while Marian Hogan captained Comeragh Rangers. MINOR CHAMPIONSHIP Comeragh Ranger’s minor team will play the first round of their championship this Wednesday against Stradbally in Stradbally at 7 p.m. Best of luck to the girls.

Cois Bhride Cois Bhride (KINDLY SPONSORED BY CUNNINGHAM'S HARDWARE, TALLOW) U-11 TOWN & COUNTRY LEAGUE WINNERS Last Friday night was the last game for our U-11 footballers in the Town & Country League at home against Kilrossanty. And what a performance it was, with great passing, movement off the ball and some brilliant scores. They won well and remained undefeated in all games. This success means they won both the U-11 football and hurling titles! Well done to all involved. All the hard work paid off. Team: Jack McDonnell, Darragh Spillane, Ian Martin, Jake Henley, Shane Cronin, Shane Martin, Jack Murphy, Jake O'Brien, Ciarán Lenehan, Cian O'Brien, Adam McSweeney, Dylan Beecher-Flynn, Stephen Roche, Cian Hurley.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Sunday 25th U-15 Hurling Div 2: Away v An Ghaeltacht at 11 a.m. Monday 26th U-15 Hurling: Home v Ardmore at 11 a.m. No date yet for the MHC county final replay but if confirmed after the time of going to print the details will be on our Facebook page.

Clashmore/Kinsaelbeg SENIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP Our Senior Footballers had their play-off game against Ballinacourty on Friday evening last at the Fraher Field and after a pretty even first-half which ended with Ballinacourty in the ascendency on a scoreline of 0-5 to 0-3, the second half unfortunately had a different complexion and the Villagers went on to win by 1-12 to 0-6 at the final whistle. This all means that our County Quarter-Final opponents will be old rivals Kilrossanty and this game will take place at the Fraher Field on Saturday evening at 6.30 p.m. Games between

ourselves and the Comeragh men are always massively competitive and we expect this match to be no different so we want to wish our lads the very best of luck in this game and hope that as many supporters as possible will go along to cheer the lads on here as they strive to reach a County Semi-Final. DEISE DEVELOPMENT DRAW The Deise Development Draw for October will take place at Cappoquin GAA Club on Friday night so can any of our monthly members please make sure you are paid up to date to ensure your place in the draw and we want to wish you luck. CLASHMORE/KINSALEBEG JUVENILES Coaching Courses: With the playing side of things winding down in juvenile clubs around the County, attention turns to coaching matters off the field. Now is a great time to take that first step into coaching. Courses are being run in the County and it would be great to get some fresh blood involved in the coaching side of things in the juvenile club. Waterford Coaching & Games Development will be running an Award 1 Child Course in November. Listed below is the criteria for those who wish to take part in the course including the dates of the course. The venue will be Colaiste Cathail Naofa in Dungarvan. Criteria: • Have Foundation Level Course completed • Have GAA Garda Vetting completed • Have ISC/GAA Child Protection Awareness Workshop completed. • Be currently active as a coach or have at least 1 year experience as a coach. • Full attendance on all nights is compulsory to complete course and receive certification Award 1 Child Dates: Mon. 2nd Nov. 7 pm-10 pm, Thurs. 05th Nov. 7 pm-10 pm, Mon. 9th Nov. 7 pm-10 pm, Thurs. 12 Nov. 7 pm-10 pm, Sat. 14th Nov. 10 am-3 pm, Mon. 16th Nov. 7 pm-10 pm For Award 1 Child Course anyone interested must be registered on the course by Friday, 23rd October to guarantee a place. No late applicants will be accepted after Friday, October 23rd. The course fee of €50 must be paid by Friday October 30th. Registration to be done via email to Coach Education Coordinator Michelle Power at michelle.power.gda.waterford@gaa.ie or contact Barry Dunne and Mary O'Halloran from within the juvenile club for more information. U-8 Football Training: Training continues this Thursday night at 7 pm with John Daly and the kids have really enjoyed these football and hurling sessions in the last few weeks. Don't forget gumshields for football training! U-16 Hurlers Bow Out: Hard luck to our U-16 hurlers who bowed out of the championship last Saturday week following a really tough game against St. Mollerans. This team played some fantastic hurling all year and credit to them and their management team of Brian O'Halloran and Jason Seward. Thank you for your huge effort all year lads and to those players moving on to our adult club, thank you for the great times at juvenile level and the very best of luck in your playing careers. U-12 Town and Country League: Our U-12 footballers have been competing in this league the past few weeks and have really enjoyed themselves in it, their final game was last Friday and it's been really great watching this team develop. Well done to them and their coach Peter Fitzgerald who does brilliant work at juvenile level, thank you Peter, your effort is really appreciated by the club and parents.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Tulach an Iarainn SPONSORED BY McGRATH'S CHEMIST, TALLOW DÚIRT SIAD A quote from John Murray Sunday night: "The modern game of rugby is unrecognisable to the game we used to play 30 years ago, it was tough back then!!" COMHGHAIRDEAS Huge congratulations to Colin and Georgina on the birth of baby Harvey. THANK YOU We wish to thank all of our supporters, contributors, sponsors for your continued support throughout the year. It would not have been possible without all of you!! SENIOR HURLING Tallow 0-12; Ballygunner 0-16. A damp and dreary Walsh Park did little to dampen the spirits of the Tallow supporters, who turned out in their droves to shout on their team on Sunday last. Ballygunner opened the game with a point after just 10 seconds, followed by a second one minute later. Ryan Grey kept us level with two points from placed balls. This game was tit for tat, over and back with Ballygunner appearing to take their scores a little easier. The blocking, hooking and hassling from this determined bunch of lads ensured that there was nothing between the sides going in at the break. 0-8 apiece, it was all to play for in the second half. Tallow came out all guns blazing and went two ahead, both scores coming from frees. In all of our minds we were thinking was this going to be our day, after a long 30 years. However, it was not to be and Ballygunner ran out winners on a scoreline of 0-16 to 0-12. We had an amazing year with some spectacular performances and days out. We wish to thank each and every one of the players for entertaining us all year and also to the management team who worked so hard to keep us hurling in October. Thanks to all of you who turned up to all of the games and we will be back next year every bit as good!! TALLOW GAA LOTTO – SUPPORTED BY KEARNEY'S RESTAURANT, TALLOW Numbers drawn were: 5, 19, 24, 27. No winner. Consolation prizes: Martin Sheehan, Jackie Sheehan, Teresa Barry, Anna Stewart. Promoter: Corner House. Next draw: Lukie’s: Tuesday, October 27th. Jackpot €8,400.

Ardmore Ardmore

UNDER 9 BLITZ: Last Saturday lunchtime, the club hosted a very successful under 9 football and hurling blitz, where over 50 boys and girls from four clubs took part. Each team had one hurling and two football games and there was some fine skill on show. A very big well

done to all the players who participated and a special thanks to the players and mentors from Clashmore, St. Olivers and St. Pats for coming over to play. It is very much appreciated. To all the parents who supplied cakes, buns etc., thank you, and to all who helped out with the teas/coffees and refreshments thanks very much. Special thanks to our two referees on the day, John and David Gartland, and also our Juvenile Chairman Patrick Reardon who was on hand to say a few words and present all of the players with medals after the games. Finally, thanks to John Quinn for supplying sandwiches and treats for the kids. SENIOR FOOTBALL After six weeks of Hurling our Senior Footballers had to adapt to the big ball quickly as we had to entertain Rathgormack in the last game of the group stage. After the game ebbed and flowed we eventually got to the post by a single point. Once again we conceded an extra time goal but thankfully we had the four point lead to pip Rathgormack at the post. Over the past weeks we have seen extra time goals deny us. We are now set to play Stradbally in the Quarter-Final at Fraher Field this Friday night 8 pm. Please come along and support the lads as we try to secure a semi-final spot. UNDER 16 COUNTY FINAL While the score did not reflect the efforts of our Under-16 at Walsh Park on Saturday morning in the County Final we can only but compliment the panel and Management of this group who have put in an excellent year of fun and game time. Well done to all involved. DEISE DRAW We ask all promoters to make a hugh effort and liaise with Noel Conway as we enter the final stages of the Deise Draw for 2015. Again, thanks for the support throughout the year and to Noel Conway for coordinating the Draw for Deuglán Naofa.

Newtown who beat Clonea in the Eastern Allianz Cumann na mBunscol Girls Roinn C Football Final played in Walsh Park. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Affane/Cappoquin CLUB LOTTO This week’s draw took place on Monday, October 19th for the jackpot prize of €9,800 and there was no winner. The numbers drawn were 1-5-16-23. The five €20 consolation prize winners were: Maria Curran, Tivoli; John Hallahan, Lacken; Ciaran Cullinane, Glenribbeen; Frankie Killigrew, Modeligo and Kevin/Frank McCarthy, Allen St. MASS LANE CUP SEMI-FINAL TODAY The Mass Lane cup semi-final between Team A and Team C goes ahead today Wednesday, 21st Oct at 5 pm and the winners will play team B in the final on Friday, October 30th at 4 pm. Team A: Matt Meaney, Gavin Fives, PJ Kiely, Tadgh Kelleher, Danny Costin, Cian Nolan, Conor Rooney, Oisin Power, Conor Wilkinson, Alex O’Sullivan. Team C: Louie Lomano, Rory Mangan, Luke O’Rourke, Mikey Dalton, Adam Burke, Peter Cummins, Stevie Organ, Eoin Coffey, David Lomano, Oisin Coffey,

Emily Hackett, Roisin Dillon and Orlaith Wavin, all from Abbeyside, pictured at the Club Day at Abbeyside/Ballinacourty GAA Club. [David Clynch Photography]

Naomh Chartaigh Under 16s who were defeated in the Div. 2 County Final last Saturday in Walsh Park by Clonea.

Ardmore GAA Under 9 team who took part in the hurling and football blitz on Saturday last.

Ardmore GAA Under 16 hurling team who lost out on a County Final in Walsh Park on Saturday last.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Éamonn ready for the Polar Circle Challenge

Some of younger athletes who competed in the county championships with the Babs Connors Cup which WWAC won for the 5th year in a row.

West Waterford Athletic Club Juveniles

Tony’s League starts today Wednesday, 21st at 6.00 p.m. IT’S getting close to that time of year when we start what is affectionately known as Tony’s League. This year we are delighted to welcome on board Ger Wyley Sports who will sponsor the event. The league kicks off on Wed., 21st October with a practise run and after the run on the 28th the teams will be allocated. There will be no additions to the teams after this date. The teams are graded with athletes from all ages in each team so it is important that all team members participate each week. Missing a week can put your team out of the running for the prizes. The team contest will take place over the four Wednesdays in November and will conclude with a run off on December 2nd. This event is the most hotly contested and talked about event on the calendar and I’m sure it will be no different this year. BIG ENTRY FOR MUNSTER CHAMPIONSHIPS ON SUNDAY The following athletes have been entered for the Munster even age cross championships in Carriganore Waterford on Sunday, October 25th. If you are travelling by car please let Antoinette know on Wednesday night. Check for bus time at training on Wed. Best of luck to all competing. If anyone feels their name was left off the list please let Antoinette know at training on

Wednesday. Alanna Willans: Under 10 Girls: Individual Méabh Kiely: Under 10 Girls: Individual Doireann Ní Icí: Under 10 Girls: Individual Orlaith O’Dwyer: Under 10 Girls: Individual Ian Holmes: Under 10 Boys: Individual David Gaffney: Under 10 Boys: Individual Sean Prunty: Under 10 Boys: Individual Daniel Coonan: Under 10 Boys: Individual Yasu Lanigan: Under 10 Boys: Individual Maurice Keogh: Under 10 Boys: Individual Mark Power: Under 10 Boys: Individual David Nyhan: Under 10 Boys: Individual Kevin Dower: Under 10 Boys: Individual Darragh O’Regan: Under 10 Boys: Individual Ali Cunningham: Under 12 Girls: Individual Lia Cunningham: Under 12 Girls: Individual Emma Dower: Under 12 Girls: Individual Rhiann Flynn: Under 12 Girls: Individual Anna Grey: Under 12 Girls: Individual Kate Keogh: Under 12 Girls: Individual Cathy Ní Sheanlaoich: Under 12 Girls: Individual Eve Power: Under 12 Girls: Individual Roisín Prunty: Under 12 Girls: Individual Neela Ryan: Under 12 Girls: Individual Shima Lanigan: Under 12 Girls: Individual Caoimhe Prendergast: Under 12 Girls: Individual Eve Dwyer: Under 12 Girls:

Individual Tommy Fennell: Under 12 Boys: Individual Rory Fennell: Under 12 Boys: Individual Conn Willans: Under 12 Boys: Individual Peter Cummins: Under 12 Boys: Individual Darryl Harty: Under 12 Boys: Individual Ronan Mansfield: Under 12 Boys: Individual Mark McCarthy: Under 12 Boys: Individual Jamie Coonan: Under 12 Boys: Individual Eoin Kiely: Under 12 Boys: Individual Conor Fennell: Under 12 Boys: Individual Lucy Holmes: Under 14 Girls: Individual Hannah Hallahan: Under 14 Girls: Individual Megan Keogh: Under 14 Girls: Individual Kate Killagrew: Under 14 Girls: Individual Aoife O'Brien: Under 14 Girls: Individual Mary Kate Prendergast: Under 14 Girls: Individual Mark Blackwell: Under 14 Boys: Individual Kieran Dower: Under 14 Boys: Individual Ciaran Frisby: Under 14 Boys: Individual Oisin O'Riordan: Under 14 Boys: Individual Dani Cunningham: Under 16 Girls: Individual Somead O'Brien: Under 16 Girls: Individual Thomas Hoarty: Under 16 Boys: Individual Cian O'Riordan: Under 16 Boys: Individual Luke Power: Under 16 Boys: Individual Caoimhe Dwyer: Under 18 Girls: Individual Emma Hallahan: Under 18

Girls: Individual Aoife Hamilton: Under 18 Girls: Individual Hannah Power: Under 18 Girls: Individual Meg Ryan: Under 18 Girls: Individual Dairina Shanley: Under 18 Girls: Individual Rachel Wyley: Under 18 Girls: Individual Niall Blackwell: Under 18 Boys: Individual Michael Power: Under 18 Boys: Individual

NEW TIME FOR TRAINING As the nights are getting darker earlier we will move to training at 4.15 from Wednesday, 28rd October which is also the second day for our winter league. Monday night training for the older athletes will continue at 6 pm UPCOMING EVENTS Wednesday, Oct 21st Tony’s League at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct 25th Munster Championships (Waterford) Even Ages 11.30 start. Wednesday, Oct 28th Round 2 Tony’s League at 4.15. Sunday, Nov. 8th Munster Championships (Beaufort, Co. Kerry) 11.30. Sunday, Nov. 15th County B Championships and Relay Trials 11 am Friary. Sunday, Nov. 22th AllIreland Santry Evev Ages. Sunday, Nov. 29th Munster B Championships (Tipperary). Sunday, Dec. 6th AllIreland Championships Dungarvan.

ABBEYSIDE man and West Waterford AC athlete Éamonn Cashin will be competing in the Polar Circle, Polar Bear Challenge 2015 in remote Greenland this weekend, on October 24th and 25th. It is a unique and challenging Arctic race which is run over the vast and sometimes treacherous ice sheet. It is referred to as "the coolest marathon on earth" and takes place in Kangerlussuaq, (roughly translated as the Big Fjiord), in western Greenland. The endless ice and Arctic tundra of this enormous country provide a spectacular and ethereal backdrop to this demanding event. Éamonn will pass glacier tongues, moraine landscapes and the silent but biting Arctic desert. Over snow and ice, with temperatures anywhere between -10 and -15 degrees Celsius or less, Éamonn will be participating in a Marathon on the 24th October, followed by a Half Marathon the following day, on the 25th of October. To date no Irish person has completed these competitions back-to-back in this sub-zero endurance test. As if this wasn’t daring enough, that this is a 'comeback story'. In December 2013, Éamonn was knocked down while cycling his bike. With debilitating injuries he had to reassess everything. Éamonn was a teacher for 13 years with extensive National and International teaching and lecturing experience in Second, Further and Higher Education. Currently, Éamonn’s focus is on recovery. He is now happily a student in UCC again, as a first year on the CK116 - Sports Studies and Physical Education course. Recently, Éamonn was honoured to be invited by Mr. Declan Kidney as guest speaker at the UCC Sports Scholarship awards. Recovery is ongoing. Éamonn has brain injury, is a quarter blind in both eyes, has vertigo, a damaged left knee and right ankle, reduced

Éamonn Cashin. hearing in his left ear, and also had a damaged coccyx. But Éamonn never gives up. He is married to Claire and has a nine month old baby, called Paddy. Éamonn’s motto is "keep moving forward", which is just as well because babies don’t understand standing still, and neither does his wife! For the Polar Circle, Polar Bear Challenge Éamonn’s aim is to navigate the harsh terrain responsibly, with his health and safety paramount. Finishing times to him are not a factor for this overall event. Éamonn believes this is about doing a marathon through the snow and ice, then having the courage, grit and mental strength to get up the following morning and complete a half marathon. It will happen. Éamonn has trained carefully for this event while also helping others to train for events such as couch to 5K, 10km runs, half marathons, and marathons. “It brings me great joy to see others succeed and achieve something they never thought possible before. Their determination spurs me on in my own training and serves to compound

my resolve to fulfil this dream” Éamonn said. “As I train and compete in athletic events I think of many things, not least of all is the 2006 Rocky Balboa movie. 'The world isn't all sunshine and rainbows. It's a very mean and nasty place and I don't care how tough you are, it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it. You, me, or nobody is gonna hit as hard as life. But it ain't about how hard you hit. It's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward. How much you can take and keep moving forward. That's how winning is done!' As a teenager he studied at St. Augustine’s College, Abbeyside in Co. Waterford where he was fortunate to train with Eamon Coughlan on occasion. Speaking to us about achievement, he said something that has never left him; something that has inspired him throughout his on-going recovery, 'winners never lose'. It is true what they say: “often it is the moments that challenge us the most which truly define us”. The very best of luck Éamonn.

Munster Cross Country Championships in Waterford this Sunday THE Munster Cross Country Championships for Juveniles even ages 10 to 18 and Novice men's and ladies will be held this coming Sunday in Carriganore Campus, Waterford. The club will be represented in all events both juvenile and novice and we wish all our athletes the very best of luck for the championship.

Running Quote Winner of the 2 laps at the Garvey's SuperValu Autumn league Oisin O'Riordan.

Conor Coleman winner of the 1 lap at the Garvey's SuperValu Autumn league.

Ciaran Frisby runner-up in the 1 lap at the Garvey's SuperValu Autumn league.

Cian O'Riordan runner-up in the 3 lap at the Garvey’s SuperValu Autumn league.

Winner of division 2 of the 3 lap league Diana Chizhikova is presented with her prize by sponsor Liam Power of Garvey's SuperValu Dungarvan.

WORK-OUTS are like brushing my teeth; I don't think about them, I just do them. The decision has already been made.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

22nd Annual West Waterford ACRegister Winter League Wednesday, 28th October between 7.15 and 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY, October 28th sees the registration take place for the 2015/16 22nd Annual West Waterford AC Winter league which will be run over 14 weeks and organised by West Waterford athletic club. The event for those few who are not familiar with it caters for all types of runners and especially for those that have never ran before. We provide plenty of advice and encouragement so please don’t feel that you might be the only person trying it for the first time as guaranteed there will be many coming along again this year for the very first time just like you. There are two distances to choose from and they are commonly known as the long route and the short route. Come along tonight and register for whichever route you wish to do. Please bear in mind that you are not stuck with the course you choose at the start. If you wish to change after a while then you may do so. We will be available to answer any questions you may have tonight or any other night. There is no official run tonight. Many people do run the course but there will be no stewards on the course until next week which is the official start of the league. If you can’t register on registration night, you can do so

the following week or any other night but we do urge as many as possible to come along and register in order to speed up proceedings for the following week. Your co-operation with this matter is much appreciated. €5 ONCE-OFF REGISTRATION FEE When you register, there will be a fee of €5 to cover the cost of the waterproof number and timing chip attached. This number and chip will be issued to you and you only and it will be your number for the duration of the 14 week league. So it’s most important that you have it and wear it every Wednesday night. Please pin it to the front of your bib only. This is a onceoff fee, payable on the night you get your number and then after that it will be just €2 each night that you run for members and €3 for nonmembers. Last year we introduced a once-off payment for the entire league and this was taken up by half of all winter league runners who save themselves some money by doing so. For club members you can pay €30 (this includes the €5 once-off number payment) and for non members you can pay a once-off payment of €40 which also includes the €5

number payment charge. WINTER LEAGUE TEAM COMPETITION Also proving very popular at the winter league is the team competition which was introduced three years ago. There has been really great interest in this element of the league and a great number of teams competing. Teams again this year will be comprised of 3 members and can be all male, all female or mixed. The scoring will be based on the positions of the two best placed members on the team on each night of the league from the normal winter league results. There is no extra charge to register a team. Once you are registered for the winter league, you will be eligible to go on a team. All members of the team need to be registered to run the same course in the league. Anyone who is interested in going on a team, but is new to the league or doesn’t know people to go on a team with, can leave their name and we will help to find a team for them. All teams must be registered before week 4 of the league (i.e. before 25th November, 2015). Details of how register your team will be provided at the Winter League.

Dublin City Marathon on Bank Holiday Monday for Paddy Joe Delaney Memorial Shield AFTER the many months of hard training, especially by our clubs meet and train group a large number of our members are now fit and ready to take on the might of the Dublin City Marathon on Bank Holiday Monday next. We wish the very best of luck to each and every club member on the day. The Irish National Marathon championship will be held in conjunction with the race, and, of course, the club’s Annual Paddy Joe Delaney Memorial Shield will be awarded to the first West Waterford Athlete to finish the championship race. The current holder of this trophy is Dermot Ryan and he will be making every effort to hold onto this much sought after club award.

All athletes should by now have received your acceptance slip by e-mail, print it off and bring it with you to Registration in the Main Hall of the RDS where you will pick up your race number. Good luck to one and all. In order to compile a list of all the club athletes and their finishing times, please text James on 086 8184762 with your name and finishing time at your earliest convenience after finishing on Monday. There's no feeling better feeling than the one felt when coming into the finish line of the marathon. Enjoy the occasion, you have a lot of work put in and you deserve to do well.

Martin and Michael have brilliant runs in Amsterdam Marathon Margaret completes half THERE were three sterling performances last Sunday morning by club members in the Amsterdam marathon and half marathon. Martin McCarthy once again ran a sub 3 hour marathon when clocking an impressive 2.52 to finish 8th overall in his over

50 age category. Martin recorded an impressive half way split 1.24.50 and drove it home from there to clock up yet another sub 3 hour performance. Likewise, his training partner Michael Dunford put in a huge marathon effort also, Michael ran a time of 3.04 which he can be well

pleased with his 5km splits. Both athletes could give a good lesson on marathon splits to many of us. I have attached Michael's just as an example. To round off our representation in Amsterdam Margaret Hearne completed the half in a great time of 1.47.

MICHAEL ROCHE CARPETS SERIES

Cancer Support Unit to benefit from Paddy Joe Curran Memorial Turkey Trot On Sunday, December 13th the 7th Annual Paddy Joe Curran Old Parish Turkey Trot 5 mile run and 4 mile walk will take place at the Marine Bar, Pulla, Dungarvan.

All proceeds from this year's event will go to CUAN Cancer Support Centre, which will support families in East Cork and West Waterford. The 4 mile walk will begin at 11 am, while the

5 mile run will get under way at 12 noon. If you would like further information or would like a sponsorship card for the event contact Padraig on 086-1054012 or email oldparishturkeytrot@hotmail.com

Pictured is Mossie Keogh overall winner of the 2015 Garvey's SuperValu Autumn league. Presenting Mossie with his prize is sponsor Liam Power.

Liam Power sponsor of the Garvey's SuperValu Autumn league presents Liam Reilly who finished 2nd overall in this year’s league.

Garveys SuperValu Autumn League

Successful Autumn League comes to a close THE Garvey's SuperValu sponsored Autumn League took place over 5 weeks from September to early October concluding on Thursday, 1st October with the final nights running followed by the prizegiving at the Friary venue. We can now take a look back over the final league tables and the winners. CONOR TAKES 1 LAP VICTORY Conor Coleman had a fine summer of cycling and this stood to him as he flew around the 1 Lap of the Friary College each night crossing the line first on all 5 nights with his fastest time of the league in week 4 when he ran the 1.2 miles of the Friary in under 7 minutes for the first time in 6.59. 9 points was the best of 4 nights total for second place finisher Ciaran Frisby who had his fastest time of the league on the last night when he clocked 7.17. 5 FROM 5 FOR OISIN IN 2 LAP DISTANCE When you are first home on all 5 nights in the league there can be little argument that you deserve your victory and on the final week Oisin O’Riordan ran superbly as he had his fastest time of 14.08 for the league. Runner-up to Oisin in the 2.4 mile distance on this occasion was Gerry Cummins who finished on 10 points from his best 4 nights. Gerry's fastest time also

came on the last night when he ran 7.24. Just 2 points separated him from third place finisher, Stephen Hogan (12 points). One of our sponsors, J.P. Curtin took the honors in division 2 of the 2 Lap League this autumn on 27 points on this occasion, 6 points ahead of his nearest rival Brid Veale who is no stranger to the Friary leagues and it was great to see her back. YEV ONCE AGAIN The 3 lap distance this year was a most competitive one and as usual Yevgeniy Chizhikov was to the fore here. However, Yev had some stiff competition this year from juvenile athletes who were using the league as training for their upcoming cross country. Yev managed to finish first on 3 out of the 5 nights and was second on another night finishing on 5 points while Cian was second on 2 nights and first on 2 nights finishing with a total of 6 points. Yev's fastest time for the league was 21.20 on the final night while Cian (21.18) had a super run on the last night holding off Yev by 2 seconds. Cian's brother Shane was also in the reckoning here and finished on 11 points also running his fastest time of 21.45 on the last night. It was a husband and wife affair as Diana Chizhikova took division 2 of the 3 Lap

League keeping up her good form from the summer months when she really took her running to a new level. Diana finished on 27 points just 8 ahead of Simon Moloney (35 points) who also had a great league and has proven that consistent training really is the key to improving your times. MOSSIE ALWAYS IN CONTROL OF THE 4 LAP LEAGUE Mossie Keogh has had a summer of super running and he continued this good form into the Autumn League dominating most nights taking first place on 3 nights and second twice and finishing on 6 points. His fastest time as with most runners was on week 5 when he ran 27.46. Liam Reilly also came on really well in this league and 10 points saw him take the runner-up spot from Tom Leahy who ran 4 nights and finished on 13 points. The second division of the 4 lap league was also a competitive one as Paul Brunnock and Ann Dunford finished level on 39 points but Paul took the honours as he had the highest place finish between the two. Division 3 went to Sharon Higgins on this occasion but it was close and went down to the wire as Sharon finished on a best 4 from 5 of 59 points with Paschal Proctor

next on 60 points and Michael Whelan just one behind on 61. PRIZEGIVING A huge thanks goes to our sponsor, Liam Power of Garvey’s SuperValu, who once again sponsored the league this year. Liam was on hand to present the prizes to all the worthy winners on the night and for this we are very grateful. Liam also competed in the league and has always proved to be most loyal and supportive of local athletics. We ask that our members support our sponsors whenever possible. THANK YOU West Waterford A.C. would like to sincerely thank our sponsor's for this league, Liam Power of Garvey's Supervalu Dungarvan and Coolagh Road. Liam was present on the night to present all the prizes which we did immediately after the league finished last Thursday evening. Thanks also to J. P. Curtin and Onra Power who are always helpful with this league. Of course, we would also like to thank our own hardworking committee members, James, Jim Sharon and Shirley who we could not do without their hard work each night. Finally, to Ann and Tom for their great work on the notes each week.

Michael Roche Carpets Series

22nd Annual Murray Pharmacy Brickey 4 in aid of Carriglea National School BUSHY Park GAA grounds is the venue for the 22nd annual Murray's Pharmacy Brickey Run on Sunday, 8th November at 11 a.m. The organising committee is delighted to have announced last week that they have secured sponsorship once again from Murray's Pharmacy Grattan Square, Dungarvan. Murray's is an independently run family pharmacy who pride themselves on customer service plus their fantastic

value for money and we are delighted to be associated with them as sponsors. The new 4 mile course which we used last year for the first time proved to be a really fast flat course and was well spoken about by those who ran it so after it getting the thumbs up all-round we will continue the race with this excellent 4 mile route. The race will get under way at 11 am with registration taking place from 10.15 onwards in the GAA clubhouse Bushy

Park. The Martin Curran Cup will be awarded to the first man on the day and the Jim Lyons Memorial Shield will be awarded to the first lady. The prize-giving will take place in the club house immediately after the race and refreshments will also be provided for all the runners. Entry fee is €8. Proceeds from the event this year will be donated to Carriglea National School.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Lismore Golf Club Phone 058-54026. Email: lismoregolfclub@eircom.net Website: www.lismoregolf.org MEN’S RESULTS Saturday 17th & Sunday, 18th October – 18 Hole Singles Stableford kindly sponsored by Foley’s, The Mall, Lismore: 1st Peter Whelan (12) 38 pts. L9; 2nd Nicholas Walsh (21) 38 pts. L9; 3rd John Foley (21) 38 pts. CSS: Saturday 68, Sunday 68. PETER TAKES THE HONOURS Peter Whelan is this week’s winner with tidy 38 points, Peter was one of three to hit that number but a superior back nine gives him the win this week. Peter had a fine score in fairness with two nines of 19 points and a birdie on the first and the 11th holes to gain good momentum on each nine. Mr Whelan added 6 pars to those birdies and his solid showing was enough to trump Nicholas Walsh. Nicky had a 20 point front nine which included a scratch on the 7th! A total of five pars and a return total of 18 points means he will be cursing Rothwells this week. John Foley has the 17th to blame this week as he scratched that hole on his way to a 17 point back nine, a front offering of 21 points

was great scoring but like Nicky he will be cursing the scratch that would have got him to beyond the 38 point mark and the win. CAPTAIN’S DINNER The annual Captain’s Dinner is on Friday, 23rd October. Tickets available in the clubhouse or from any of the club officials. A gentle reminder that all club match play and golfer of the year prize winners are requested to attend this dinner. LISMORE GOLF CLUB MEN’S FIXTURES Monday 19th to Friday, 23rd October – Ongoing Back 9 Hole Comp. Saturday 24th & Sunday, 25th October – 18 Hole Singles Stableford kindly sponsored by Dungarvan Nissan. Monday 26th: Par three competition for the Bank Holiday Monday. Monday 26th to Friday, 30th October – Ongoing Back 9 Hole Comp. Saturday 31st October, & Sunday, 1st November: 18 Hole Singles V PAR. LISMORE LADIES All of our important club championships are reaching their grand finales this week

Lismore Golf Club Open Development Classic. 3 Ball Champagne Scramble (Any Combination). Front Row Left to Right: Sean Daly (Captain), 3rd Paddy O’Leary, 1st Peter Whelan, 1st Fiona Howard, 1st Mick Keane, 3rd Dermot O’Leary, 3rd Sheila O’Leary. Back Row Left to Right: 18th Eddie Fraher, 10th Frankie Corcoran, Ladies Team Prize B Joyce, 14th Margaret Morrissey, Ladies Team Prize S. Denn, 14th Betty Daly, Ladies Team Prize E. Hornibrook, 16th Jim Cashman, 4th Jo Jo Tobin, 5th James Bennett, 9th P. J. Coughlan, Amanda Power (Lady Captain), 18th Ger Hayes. with Amanda Power completing her hat-trick of titles with her first Major victory followed by her first Mixed championship title topped off with a super 1 point victory for the Golfer of the Year title. Sheila Denn played lovely golf this week to take the first of our Christmas Prizes, Patricia Lonergan once again finished in the prizes taking second place with Amanda Power taking the third spot and along with it the G.O.Y title. One week of 18 holes left to be played before the clocks move us on to shorter evenings, Let’s hope the

West WaterfordGolf & Country Club Telephone: 058-43216. Fax: 058-44343. E-mail: info@westwaterfordgolf.com Website: www.westwaterfordgolf.com RESULTS Club Competition Sat./Sun. October 17th/18th. Cat 1. (0-8) – Richard Hyde (7) 40 pts, Cat 2. (9-13) – Stephen Spillane (12) 36pts Cat 3. (14-18)-Michael Lawlor (18) 37 pts b9, Cat 4(19+) Jack French (20) 41 pts. CSS: Sat. 35pts, Sun. 37 pts. Returned cards €10 bar/rest voucher draw winners: Sergei Quinn, Tom O Donoghue, Patsy Collins, Eddie Glavin. Tuesday Treats – 13th October CAT 1. Eddie Ahearne (19) 19 pts, CAT 2. Denis Conway (11) 17 pts. Open Gents Singles – Wednesday, 14th October 1st Richard Ronayne (16) 37 pts, 2nd Padraig Breathnach (14) 33 pts CSS 34 R/O. FIXTURES Tuesday, 20th Oct. Gents Open 9 hole Stableford Wednesday, 21st Oct. 18 Hole Open Gents Singles plus special value Seniors. Sat. 24th, Sun. 25th, Mon. 26th Oct Bank Holiday Weekend: Open 3 Person Mixed Team Competition Sat. 24th/Sun. 25th/ Mon. 26th Oct. – Club Competition

– 18 hole stableford. UPCOMING DATES FOR YOUR DIARY Friday, 6th November: Past Captain’s, President’s & Committee Annual Dinner including 13 hole golf competition. Dinner at 5.30pm. Sunday, 15th November: Captain and Lady Captain’s Scramble at 1 p.m. All outstanding matchplay and Open competition prizes will be presented following scramble. Fun, food and entertainment to follow. Wednesday, 25th November. Men’s Club AGM in clubhouse at 7.30 p.m. CLUB SINGLES MATCHPLAY Percy Walsh and Des Cleary will meet in the final following victories over Coleman Walsh and Dermot Drohan respectively. CLUB FOURBALL Des Cleary and Richard Ronayne have booked their place in the final and will play John McCarthy and Paul Griffin. 4 HAMPERS TO BE WON IN BONUS PRIZE EVENT To show our appreciation for your support in our weekend competitions we are

once again offering members the chance to win one of 4 valuable Christmas hampers. No extra fee, you just play in the weekend competition and pay the usual €6 entry fee. Each week the winners in each of 4 categories will qualify for the playoffs. Where a category winner is already qualified, the next best score will qualify on the week. As an added bonus there will be a draw for four €10 bar/ restaurant vouchers, one from each category drawn from returned cards. Keep an eye on notice board for weekly winners. MEMBERSHIP NOW OPEN FOR 2016. NEW MEMBERS WELCOME West Waterford is proud to be the home club of two professional golfers namely Seamus Power and Gary Hurley. Both came through the junior ranks at the club and have progressed to the professional ranks. You may have a son or daughter wishing to take up the game and we would be glad to introduce them to the junior ranks. Coaching is available if required. Our club is renowned for an excellent

weather remains kind for our very popular Autumn League which begins on Sunday 25th. RESULTS Sun 11th & Wed 14th Oct 18 Hole, G.O.Y. Christmas Prizes, kindly sponsored by Roches, Centra, Lismore 1st Sheila Denn (22) 38 pts; 2nd Patricia Lonergan (17) 36 pts; 3rd Amanda Power (12) 35 pts. FIXTURES Sun., 18th & Wed., 21st Oct 18 Hole Stableford, Turkey & Ham competition. Sun 25th- Sat 31st Round 1 Autumn League, 12 hole

stableford, re-entry, placing on fairway only. Sun., 1st – Sat., 7th Nov, 2nd Round 2 Autumn League, 9 hole stableford, reentry, CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS Patricia Bolger McCarthy fresh from her singles win and partner PJ Coughlan lost out to an in-form Amanda Power and partner Liam Feeney in the final of the mixed championship this week. This was a great week for Amanda on top of her GOY victory. However, JoJo Tobin & Laoise Ní Conchubhair will be hoping to

call a halt to her victories when they meet in the club foursomes final due to be played this week. Best of luck everyone. GOLFER OF THE YEAR Our last Golfer of the year competition proved the decisive one with Amanda Power who had been in third place overall, finishing the year showing great form and her third place in this week’s competition secured the GOY title, pipping Katherine Moynihan by a single point at the finish. DATES FOR THE DIARY Our Past Captains and

Presidents and Committee annual get together took place on Saturday, October 17th with some fun golf for the ladies followed by a beautiful meal and some old fashioned entertainment in Eamon’s Place. Many happy memories were shared, new talents discovered and enjoyed by all. The Captains and Sponsors dinner goes ahead on this Friday, October 23rd. Tickets from Ann in bar or Club Officers. Ladies AGM will take place on Wednesday, November 11th.

course ranked no 8 in Ireland’s hidden gems, as well as a friendly atmosphere and excellent comraderie among its members. Perhaps you might consider joining West Waterford and if so please feel welcome to call along and sample the welcome, the course and the scenic surroundings. Austin or Gillian will be on hand to discuss your requirements. We look forward to welcoming you. You can contact the office at 058 43216. OCTOBER CHALLENGE CUP September Champion Wayne Flynn produces form to go top of the Championship tied with team-mate Mikey Byrne on 38pts after 2 rounds. Mount Julliet Champion Dinger is not out of the traps this week but still holds 3rd position. Full Leaderboard on Facebook October Challenge, 9 Holes with Best 2 Cards to Count. SUNDAY ROAST SPECIAL Enjoy lunch at our restaurant on Sunday with our new Sunday Roast Menu available from 12.30 – 3 pm. Non Members are most welcome to come along and enjoy Sunday Lunch in the tranquil surroundings of the Brickey Valley. Bookings are now being taken for Christmas parties and menus are available in the office and bar. JUNIOR LESSONS Ongoing lessons each Saturday. Girls: from 10 am11 am. Boys: from 11am-12 noon & 2 pm-3 pm Cost €5.

086 352 1070 twmurphy9@gmail.com Facebook: Tim Murphy Coaching LADIES FIXTURES 9 hole for October sponsored by Eithne Ashby. 13 hole Breast Cancer continues until 25th October.

Lady Captain’s Lunch will take place on Sunday, 8th November, at 4.30 p.m. Meal option to be marked on sheet in ladies locker room. In conjunction with Lady Captain’s lunch 13 hole ongoing will commence on 26th October until 8th November. All out-

standing prizes will be presented at the lunch. Bank holiday weekend – Open 3 Person Team event. LADIES LESSONS Please note that Ladies lessons on Wednesdays will start at 11.00 and 3.00 p.m. on Saturdays.

Gold Coast Golf Club End of Year awards 2015 Order Of Merit kindly sponsored by Martin Murray. Martin Murray, sponsor presents the winner Micheal White with his prize. Included are Tony Sheehan, President and Tom White, Captain. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Gold Coast Golf Club Ladies Competition sponsored by Dalton Jewellers. From Left: Gillian Cashman, Lady Captain; Breda Conway, Suzanne Dalton, Sponsor and Eilo Fitzgerald.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

DUNGARVAN GOLF CLUB Tel. Office 058-43310, Fax. 058-44113, Pro Shop 058-44707. Website: www.dungarvangolfclub.com; Email: dungarvangc@eircom.net

IT was a very busy week at the club and the pleasant weather brought visitors from near and far to participate in our Open Seniors on Monday, Open Gents Singles on Thursday and South Munster Seniors on Friday. Kevin Croke was top golfer on Monday with 37 pts off 14 handicap. Pat Stack (13) won by a shot with 43 pts from Ned O’Connor (17) 42 on Thursday. On Friday a wide spread of clubs featured in the prizes for the popular South Munster Open Seniors. Best of cateogory (0-14) was Michael Stack (14) Mallow with 41 pts. Our own Donal Verling emerged as the clear winner in Category 15-19 with a 5 shot win with 43 pts and Colm Bannon pipped Bandon man James Hynes by a shot to with Category 20+ with 37 pts. At the weekend our low handicappers came to the fore. Hon. Secretary John Reynolds (Scr) had a comprehensive win in Saturday’s singles with a fantastic score of 42 pts. In second place was our in-form Chairman Eugene Slater (7) with 39 pts. In Sunday’s Singles there was a great shooting by scratch golfers Alan Thomas and John Reynolds. Alan won the competition by two shots with 40pts from John 38pts.

In other news The Winter League sponsored by Deise Golf World commences on Wednesday, 28th October. Your support for this competition would be greatly appreciated. Entry fee is €10 and to play shall be €6 for your first game of the week. €5 to re-enter. Please sign your name on the sheet in the locker room before Sunday, 25th October. Our night to the dogs is well subscribed and members are reminded to pay their €10 deposit to the Proshop to secure their booking. The Annual General Meeting of the MEN’S CLUB will be held on Wednesday, 21st October, 2015 in the Clubhouse, Knocknagranagh at 8.00 p.m. ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS The annual subscription rates for next season due for payment on the 1st October were recently emailed to all members. If you were not in receipt of an email please contact Irene Lynch Secretary/Manager on dungarvangc@eircom.net or 05843310 with your up to date email address or with any queries you may have. We thank members for making payments already and for confirming Standing Order participation. Thank you for your continued support.

You can contact us by phoning 058-44055 Our email address is: goldcoastgolf@cablesurf.com Our website is: www.goldcoastgolfclub.com RESULTS Tuesday, 13th October: Open Seniors, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Michael Whelan (14) 38pts. 2nd Michael Fay (27) 38pts. Best Lady: Mary Clancy (14) 34pts Friday, 16th October: Open Singles, CSS 35 pts. 1st: Pat Norris(13) 38 pts Turnberry Golf Club. Saturday, 17th October: Club Competition, CSS 38 pts. 1st: Donal Coughlan (11) 40pts. Gross: Micheal White (4) 32pts. Sunday, 18th October: Club Competition, CSS 37 pts. 1st: Jimmy O’Dwyer (9) 40pts. 2nd Tom Moore(16) 40 pts. Gross: Roy Ware (10) 29pts. FIXTURES Monday-Friday: 18 Hole Club competition Premium Butcher Winter League Round 1 Tuesday, 20th October: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. Friday, 23rd October: Open 18 Holes Stableford. Saturday, 24th October:

Club Competition. Premium Butcher Winter League Round 1. Sunday, 25th October: Club Competition. Premium Butcher Winter League Round 1. Monday-Friday: 18 Hole Club competition Premium Butcher Winter League Round 2. Monday 26th October, OPEN 18 hole Stableford. Tuesday, 27th October: Open Seniors, 50+, Ladies and Gents. PREMIUM BUTCHER WINTER LEAGUE 2015/2016 Once again The Premier Butcher at Dawn Meats has agreed to sponsor the Winter League and we would like to thank Michael Wall and all at Dawn Meats for their continued support of the Gold Coast Golf Club. This year players can play their Winter League games on any day of the week except Tuesday. A player may play twice in each round and have his best score

New members to Dungarvan Golf Club, who have not previously been a member of the Club, can avail of an Introductory Membership Offer of just €300 subscription. This offer is valid for the 2015/2016 membership season. An application form can be downloaded from the club website: www.dungarvangolfclub.c om or alternatively contact the office on (058) 43310 if there is any further information or assistance you require. DUNGARVAN GENTS RESULTS Open Seniors 12th: 1st Kevin Croke (14) 37, 2nd Denis O’Brien (20) 36 pts, 3rd Michael Flynn WW (15) 36, Best Lady Joyce Moran Tramore (11) 35 pts. CSS 36. Thurs. 15th Singles: 1st Pat Stack (13) 43 pts, Ned O’Connor (17) 42 pts, Gross Pat Norris (2) 35 pts, 3 Danny Barry (14) 41 pts. South Munster Seniors 16th Oct: CAT 1 1st Ml. Stack (14) Mallow 41 pts, 2nd P. G. Phelan (10) Cahir Park 39 pts, 3rd Edward Burke (12) Muskerry 37 pts. CAT 2: 1st Donal Verling (19) Dungarvan 43pts, 2nd Maurice Fennell (17) Dungarvan 37 pts. 3rd Ml. O’Sullivan (15) Mitchelstown 36 pts. CAT 3: 1st Colm Bannon (24) 36, 2 James Hynes (22) Bandon 35 pts B6, 3 Pat Power (21) 35 pts. CSS 37. Sat. 17th Singles: 1st John Reynolds (Scr) 42 pts, 2 Eugene Slater (7) 39 pts, 3rd Paddy Kennedy (5) 38, 4 Anthony Lyons (11) 37 pts. Sun. 18th Singles S/F: 1st Alan Thomas (Scr) 40 pts, John Reynolds (Scr) 38 pts,

3rd Don Brockie 37 pts, 4th Ned O’Connor 36 pts. CSS 36 pts. DUNGARVAN LADIES RESULTS Tues. 13th 1st Christine O’Keeffe (24) 37. 2nd Mai O’Brien (18) 37 pts, 3rd Bridget Aherne (15) 37 pts, 4th Orla Sheehan (21) 37 pts, 5th Teresa Keane (24) 36 pts. CSS 72. Sat. 17th Ladies Singles: 1st Cathie Whelan (12) 40 pts, 2 Breda McCarthy (6) 36 pts, 3 Fidelma Fitzgerald (22) 35 pts. CSS 73. FIXTURES Mon. 19th Monday Open Gents/Ladies Seniors (50+) Singles S/F. Tues. 20th Ladies Singles S/F. Thurs. 22nd Thursday Open Gents Singles S/F Visitors €15. Fri. 23rd Open Gents Singles S/F. Sat. 24th Open Gents Singles Stroke + Members Monthly Medal/Ladies Singles S/F. Sun. 25th Open Gents Singles Stroke + Members Monthly Medal Mon. 26th Open Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Tues. 27 Ladies Singles S/F Thurs. 29th Open Gents 16H Singles S/F Fri. 30 Gents Singles S/F Sat. 31st Gents/Ladies Singles S/F Sun. 1st Nov. Gents Singles S/F LADIES NOTES Tuesdays Home Alliance 13/10/15: Winner 1, B. Aherne (15) 37 pts, 2, T. Keane (24) 36 pts, 3, M. Kiersey (36) 33 pts. Runnersup 1, O. Sheehan (21) 37 pts, 2, C. O’Keeffe (24) 35, C. Power (31) 31 pts. Saturdays Home Alliance

17/10/15: Winner 4, B. Hayes (17) 32, 5, K. McNamara (30) 31 pts, Runner-up 4, B. O’Brien (13) 31, 5, M. Phelan (23) 31. SIXTY.COM RESULTS 14th October: Winner Maurice Cliffe 21 pts. Best Lady Ann Morrissey 13 pts, Best Gent John Considine 18 pts. Next competition Wed., 21st Oct. at 2 p.m. YOUNG ONES Next competition Wed., 21st Oct. FRONT 9 at 12.30 p.m. Results 14th Oct: Winner: Marie Fives (20) 20 pts, Runner-Up Maria Ryan (22) 20-2 = 18 pts last 5. SOCIAL BRIDGE Are you interested in playing bridge in the clubhouse on Friday mornings 11 a.m – 1 p.m?. All Levels welcome. No Partner required for more details please contact Brenda Cummins on 086 6059032

PROGRESSIVE 45 Winners 15th Oct: Tom Daly and Tom Curran. Runners-Up: Teresa and Vincent Hayes. Frances Millerick and Liam Carroll. Last 5 David and Seamus Fitzgerald. Lucky Table Don Brennan and Colm Bannon. Cards every Thursday at 9 p.m., all are welcome. PRO SHOP NOTES Our resident PGA Professional David continues his End of Season Sale. There are many bargains to be had and as usual David offers the only professional advice in town. Lithium batteries and GPS systems are proving popular. David offers a free custom fitting service as well as competitive prices. You can follow David’s bargains on his website at www.davidhayesgolf.com. Perhaps you might pick up an

early Christmas present. JUNIOR NOTES Junior coaching continues next Saturday at 3 p.m. and is open to non-members. It’s not a surprise that our junior membership continues to grow as Dungarvan golf club is a leading light for junior activities. Golf offers so much to kids development so get your kid to try it. Our next tournament is the Baker Tilly trophy which will take place during the midterm. Any enquiries relating to junior activities can be directed to David Hayes. David can be contacted at 058-44707 or email at golfpro@eircom.net. CLUB CONTACT DETAILS Timesheets online at www.dungarvangolfclub.com Office 058 43310/ 41605, Pro Shop 058 44707, Bar/Restaurant Tom Daly Catering 087 2680597.

count from his first two entries. Entry fee per week is as follows: €7 for first entry with subsequent entries at €5. Teams are now being formulated and at present five of the seven teams are full. The league will commence on Monday, 19th October and will be completed not later than 21st February. Teams – Abbeyside: Declan Kiely, Tom Considine, Conor Clancy, Tony Lonergan, Maurice Fennell, Eamon O’Donnell, Austin Kiely Jnr, Danny Kiely, Seamus O’Mahony, Conan Watt, John Burns, Rogie Cashin, Geoff Collins. Ballinacourty: Willie Joe O’Connor, Mark Lenihan, Michael Lenihan, Bob O’Brien, Paddy Walsh, Jerome Maye, Seanie Lenihan, John Hughes, Diarmuid Henley, Nicky Dee, Lee Crotty, Benny Kiely, Alan Landers. Copper Coast: Dermot Ahern, Niall Curran, Tomas Wall, Darren Power, Joe Curran, Nicky Hayes, Liam Clancy, Jim Maitland, JJ Quinn, Peter Kirwan, Ger Darcy, David Mulvihill, Leo Wall. Deise: Michael Whelan, Michael Wall, Tommy Long, Noel Sammon, Frank Waters, Rafael Alvarez, Francis O'Connor, Mick Cronin, Jack Kelly, Willie Bloomer, Ger Bagge, Colin Glasswell, Nicholas Power Dungarvan: Brian

O'Connor, Pat Power, David O'Connor, Kiki Cullinan, Jimmy O'Dwyer, Andy Travers, John Walsh, Anselm Hayes, Des O'Brien, Pat Murphy, Tim O'Driscoll, Tom O'Brien, Patsy Walsh. Dunhill: Tom Moore, John White, Michael Kavanagh, Micheal White, Tom White, John W Walsh, Brian Dunbar, Johnny Ryan, Jack Moore, Willie Moore, John Queally, John Flynn, Willie Flavin. Nire/Touraneena: Larry Whelan, Brian Fahey, Tony Sheehan, Paul Ahearne, Tom Reynolds, Jimmy Beresford, Roy Ware, Maurice Swan, John Hallinan, Henry McGrath, Jack Kiely, Michael Kiely, Sullivan Doherty HURLERS WEEKEND Last weekend saw the Hurlers society arrive at Goldcoast again for their annual visit. Great to see all our friends in such great form and an enjoyable weekend was had by all. Results: 18 Hole Mixed Scramble: 1st Eddie Keher, Tom Considine, May Bresnan with 64.5 nett. 2nd John O’Donoghue, John Bresnan, Martin Mahony with 65.6 nett. 3rd Pa Finn, Tom White, Nora Finn with 66.3 nett. PADDY HANNIGAN MEMORIAL TROPHY This trophy, in memory of Paddy Hannigan, will be presented to the best overall junior at the end of the Winter League. In all there will be three prizes on offer to the top

three juniors in the overall ranking in the league and the presentation will take place in March when all winter league prizes are presented. Our thanks to Deirdre Hannigan for sponsoring this competition. 2’S CLUB FOR WEEKEND COMPETITIONS Just a reminder that there’s a 2’s Club operating, covering both Saturday and Sunday. The entry fee is €2 and this covers a player for both days. This format will continue until Winter Rules come in. Only scores on computer count. HAM COMPETITIONS Our very popular ham competitions which are run over 10 holes have commenced and will continue up to Christmas. Entry is €3 and when 15 has played a new competition will commence. Players winning a ham will have a two point deduction for the remaining ham competitions. GOLD COAST MID-TERM KIDS CAMP 2015 Four fun-filled packed activity camp involving swimming, tennis, soccer, golf and football will be held during the mid-term break from Tuesday, 27th October to Friday, 30th October. It is open to boys and girls aged 7 to 12 years and it includes lunch each day. Pre-booking is essential and it can be booked by contacting any of the following: Michael

Lenihan: 086 2266027 Rachel Troy: 086 7249766, Jessica Carroll Lawler: 087 2242709 Chandler O’Rourke: 087 7676560. Weekly Rate is €55 for one child and €40 for every other child. Daily Rate: €15 for one child and €10 for every other child. The camp is being run by Friary College Transition Year Students. MEMBERSHIP OFFER New Members: From now to 1st January 2017 Full Members: €540 Seniors: €400 Husband & Wife: €760 Contact 058 44055 for more details. LADIES NOTES Fixtures: 10 Hole Ongoing Competition. 18 Hole 2 card Competition. Results: 18 Hole competition sponsored by Solas na Mara 1st Rosie Murphy (18) 40 pts; 2nd Elaine Goss (25) 37 pts; 3rd Eilo Fitzgerald (27) 36 pts. 10 Hole No. 9 Breda Conway (26) 26 pts. Ladies Winter League: A sheet is now posted in the kiosk for names for our upcoming winter league. Please add your name as soon as possible if you are interested in playing as this competition will commence on Monday, 26th October.

Full details re format and draw will be posted in kiosk. Retirement Dinner: A dinner was organised last Friday night by our past Captain Margaret Mulhearne to show our appreciation for our now retired photographer Mary McGovern. Mary’s duties on our inaugural days ranged from the movement of prizes, keeping a keen eye on the timesheet and effortlessly organising her famous photoshoots, and more importantly her calming influence on everyone for the entire day. The event was well attended by past captains and presidents who availed of Mary’s services through the years, and it was wonderful to see our past and present officers showing their support for a wonderful lady!! Many thanks to Margaret who organised the whole event, and a wonderful cake depicting Mary’s love of photography and gardening. Mary, enjoy your retirement but never forget – you will always be a very important person in the Gold Coast!! New Membership Offers: Ladies, if you would like to try out a game of golf on our stunning 18 hole championship course, we have a very generous subscription on offer for new members, please refer to men’s notes for details or contact Bob or Mark in the kiosk.

Dungarvan Golf Club Competition kindly sponsored by Sheridan Ford. Front Row LR: Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain; Breda McCarthy 1st; Ethan Raher, 3rd. Back Row L-R: Liam Carroll, President; Liam Fitzgerald, 2nd; David Raher, Captain. [Pat Crowley]

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Stradbally FC LOTTO There was no Jackpot winner in the Lotto Draw in Whelan’s Bar on Sunday night. Numbers drawn were 4, 13, 18, 24. €25 to: Tom Hickey, Liam Gough, Shauna & Will Comyn. Promoters prizewinner: Gerry Dunne. Next draw is in the Cove Bar on Sunday, November 1st, with a Jackpot prize on offer of €3,400. Thanks to all who continue to support our Lotto. RESULTS Waterford Youths League: Kilmacow 4; Stradbally 1. Under 13 League: Ballinroad 4; Stradbally 2. YOUTHS Kilmacow proved too strong in the second half for their visitors after an even first half. A goal separated the sides at the break, but the South Kilkenny side took control soon afterwards. Josh Kay scored a glancing header as a consolation, whilst Adam Finn went close. Aiden Leonard saved a well struck penalty. Team: Aiden Rosseau, Sean O'Mara, Robert O'Donnell, Cian McGrath, Eoin Curran, Jack Starling, Aidan Leonard, James Organ, Reece Power, Shane Carey, Cian Weldon. Subs: Josh Kay, Adam Finn, John Paul Organ.

SCHOOLBOYS The Under 13s went under away to a strong Ballinroad side on Saturday. After an even first ten minutes, the home side built up a 3-0 lead before half time. Stradbally upped the ante in the second half and were rewarded with two scores from Mikey Mullaney, one a penalty and one a free kick. Ballinroad rallied and scored from a long speculative high ball to gather home all three points. Team: Daire Walsh, Ultan McCusker, John McArthur, Mikey O’Brien, Will Comyn, Conor Fennell, Dara McGrath, Rory Fennell, Mikey Mullaney, Dara Quinn, Tommy Fennell, Jamie Quinn, Stephen Kirwan, Jack Quinlan, Darragh White.

ACADEMY & LITTLE DRIBBLERS Academy & Little Dribblers continues each Saturday morning at 10.30 until 11.45 a.m. This is an ideal way to introduce little ones to group play and to learn the basics of soccer. All children are welcome and so are their parents. For further details contact Kerry Ann or Aine. ASTROTURF AstroTurf Pitch is available to hire. Contact Tadhg for time slot availability at 087 2306841.

FAI NATIONAL DRAW Notice to all FAI National Draw promoters please return your ticket stubs and cash to Gerry by Saturday, to ensure that they are entered in the Draw at the FAI Senior Cup Final in the Aviva Stadium. If you wish to purchase tickets at €10, with a wide array of prizes on offer, contact Gerry at 087 2245712. CLUB KITS There are some club kits for children still available. Ideal birthday or Christmas presents. Contact Aine at 087 7618127. CHRISTMAS DAY SWIM The proceeds of the Christmas Day Swim in Stradbally Cove, organised by Stradbally Soccer Club, this year are in aid of the local branch of Down Syndrome Ireland. Sponsorship cards will be available locally in the coming weeks. BARRON HALL DISCOS Great fun to be found in the Barron Community Hall this Bank Holiday Weekend. A FREE Primary School Spooky Disco on Saturday afternoon from 2-4 p.m. Similar fun for the adults on Sunday night, 10 till late, €10 admission.

Waterford Schoolboys’ Football League Fixtures FIXTURES Saturday, October 24th (Kick-off 10.30 a.m. unless otherwise stated) U12A Johnville v Tramore A (De La Salle) Villa A v Ballinroad (Southend) U-12B De La Salle A v Park Rangers A (Ferrybank) 12.15 pm Kilmacthomas v Mooncoin Celtic A (Ballyduff) Piltown A v Southend Utd B (Portlaw) Portlaw Utd v Villa B (Piltown) U-12C Bohemians B v Tramore B (Bohemians) Dungarvan Utd B v W. Crystal (Dungarvan) Seaview Celtic v Carrick Utd B (Seaview) St. Pauls v Ballyduff (St. Pauls) Stradbally v Ferrybank B (Stradbally) U-12D Carrick Utd C v Bohemians C (Carrick Utd) De La Salle B v St. Saviours (De La Salle) Ferrybank C v Villa C (Ferrybank) Kilmacow v Piltown B (Kilmacow) Mooncoin Celtic B v Railway Athletic (Mooncoin) Tramore C v Dungarvan Utd C (Tramore) Saturday, October 24th Under 12 SFAI Cup - Round 3 (Kick-off 10.30 a.m. unless otherwise stated) Bohemians v East End Utd (Seaview) 12.30 pm Ferrybank v Hanover Harps (Villa) 12.30 pm Southend Utd v Glynn Barntown (Tramore) 12.30 pm St. Josephs (WX) v Carrick Utd (Not Applicable) 1.30pm Saturday, October 24th (Kick-off 12.15 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-14A Carrick Utd A v Piltown A (Mooncoin) Johnville v Southend Utd (De La Salle)

U-14B Ballinroad v Carrick Utd B (Railway Ath) Kilmacthomas v Park Rangers (Stradbally) Portlaw Utd v Railway Athletic (Piltown) St. Pauls v Tramore B (Park Rangers) U-14C Abbeyside v Piltown B (Dungarvan) Kilmacow v Dungarvan Utd B (W. Crystal) Villa B v Ferrybank B (Kilmacow) W. Crystal v St. Saviours (St. Pauls) Saturday, October 24th Under 14 SFAI Cup - Round 3 (Kick-off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Dungarvan Utd v St. Josephs (Ballinroad) Gorey Rangers v Bohemians (Not Applicable) 1.30 pm Tramore v Ferrybank (Carrick Utd) 12.15 pm Saturday, October 24th Under 14 SFAI Cup - Round 4 (Kick-off 12.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Newpark v Villa (Not Applicable) 11.30 am Saturday, October 24th (Kick-off 2.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) U-16A Dungarvan Utd v Carrick Utd A (Stradbally) Piltown v Tramore (Portlaw) U-16B Kilmacow v Bohemians A (Ferrybank) Portlaw Utd v Kilmacthomas (Southend) St. Pauls v Ferrybank (Park Rangers) U-16C Carrick Utd B v Tramore B (Kilmacow) Park Rangers v Bohemians B (St. Saviours) Villa C v De La Salle (Johnville) Saturday, October 24th Under 16 SFAI Round 3 (Kick-off 2.30 p.m. unless otherwise stated) Villa v St. Michaels (Kilmacthomas)

Dungarvan Utd U-14 team and their managers Chris O'Donnell, Andrew Bourke & Steve O'Donnell who had a victorious 5-0 win over Piltown in the SFAI cup.

Dungarvan United FC FIXTURES Saturday 24-10-15: U-12C Home to Crystal 10.30 am (Main pitch). U-12D Away to Tramore 10.30 am U-14A SFAI Home to St. Joseph’s 12.30 pm (Main pitch). U-14C Away to Kilmacow 12.15 pm U-16A Home to Carrick 2.30 pm (Glass pitch). U-18B Away to Evergreen 2.00 pm 1B Away to Grannagh 2.00 pm Sunday 25.10.15: Premier Away to St. Saviours 11.00am Add to Dungarvan United FC U-14A FAI CUP 3rd ROUND PREVIEW DUNGARVAN UNITED VS ST. JOSEPH’S AFC (Carlow) Saturday, October 24th K/O 12:30 pm. Kilrush Park This Saturday our U-14A side will play host to Carlow side St. Joseph’s AFC in the

3rd round of the National Cup. These two sides are no strangers to one another as they both met in the 1st round of this competition in the U-13 grade last season, where Dungarvan came out victorious. The travelling side will prove to be a very tough test for our young Blues. St. Joseph’s currently sit at the peak of their respective league and will no doubt bring a fighting spirit to Kilrush Park on Saturday. They also have a few inter-county players which makes them even more of a tougher opponents. Joseph’s got a bye in the first round and defeated Waterford side Johnville 7-0 in the second round. Our young blues will no doubt stand up to this challenge. This time last season we felt the heartbreak of a devastating defeat in the third round of this Competition when we played Evergreen FC, we lost on penalties on the day. So our lads will be bulling to make it into the 4th

round. We ourselves have intercounty players as we have a few lads currently on trial with the Kennedy Cup squad. We defeated Railway 6-0 in the 1st round and defeated Piltown 5-0 in the 2nd Round. All support is welcome in Saturday and all involved in the club would like to wish our lads the very best of luck on Saturday. U-14A Squad: Dylan Cliffe, Ben Kavanagh, Jack Donnelly (Captain), Kacper Zajac, Michael Power, Sam Uniacke, Diego Rivas, Jack O Flionn, Kyle O'Donnell, James Cowler, Nioclas Breathnach, Artur Trziack, Finn Robertson, Aaron Ryan, Cormac Mahoney, Cameron McGuire, MOBILE PHONE APPEAL Our club is in desperate need of a defibrillator. We need your old mobile phones to help us achieve this. Please drop old phones into the astroturf office Monday to Friday between 5-9 pm or to

academy on Saturdays 12.30-2.30 p.m. or to any club manager, coach or representative. Thank you GET WELL SOON All involved in the academy wish our U-9 player Luke Power a speedy recovery after breaking his wrist last week. Wishing you a speedy recovery Luke! HALLOWE’EN CAMP Dungarvan United will run a Hallowe’en Camp from Tuesday 27th to Friday, 30th October, from 10 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. daily. Come and join us for some spooky soccer. €30 per child. Ages 6-10 years. Pre-booking essential. Book a place today on 087 0557939. TRAINING TOPS Dungarvan United FC have Adidas training tops for sale. €40 each. Please contact Craig Shead tel. 087 4447094. DUNGARVAN ADULT LADIES TRAINING Adult Ladies team training each Friday 8.00 to 9.00 p.m. €3. New players welcome.

Brickey Rangers Under 9 team who played at half-time in the recent Intermediate Championship match.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Dungarvan Rugby Club

Dungarvan to host Rugby Festival DUNGARVAN Rugby Club are set to host a Rugby Festival for Under 10 teams on Sunday November 1st. It's the day after the World Cup final and teams are expected from several clubs around Munster. Final details are yet to be released but there may be some surprise guests present on the day. The event starts at 11 am in the club's ground at Ballyrandle and all are welcome to come along and enjoy the day. UNDER 18'S Dungarvan's Under 18's played host to Midleton College at the weekend. The finals score in this friendly fixture was 29-15 to the students. Despite a good start by the home side, a fortuitous catch (off a rebound) bounce from a high ball led to the opposition scoring under the posts. Our forwards started to get on top and after several phases, Jamie McKelvie scored a try. Hooker Douglas Pettit saw a gap and evaded several tackles to score another try to put Dungarvan ahead. Midleton benefitted from errors by home side and scored a second try before the interval to regain their lead. Dungarvan had a chance to lead at half-time but went for corner instead. Our lineout malfunctioned and the opportunity was lost. Dungarvan were well on top in the loose but scoreline was not reflecting same. The half-time scoreline read, Dungarvan 10; Midleton 12. Midleton scored a brace of tries, again feeding off loose kicks and some missed touch

kicks. Dungarvan bounced back. Centre Pat Connors was breaking the line repeatedly and controlled rumbling from the forwards, Dan O’Keeffe, Cathal Dee and Eoin Ryan, saw us camped on the Middleton line. Finn Rees Thomas moved the ball left and right, opened up a gap from which Jamie McKelvie would not be stopped. Midleton got the final score of game, when they went over for a try which was converted. In the backs Finn Rees Thomas and Eoin Bray were always dangerous; Mick Devine on the wing had his finest game to date and showed huge promise. Jamie McKelvie, Jack Mullany and Cathal Dee were strong up-front whilst Dan O’Keeffe, Charlie Murphy and Ted Kelly (try saving tackle) were first to the breakdown. Given a depleted squad on the day, what was really pleasing, was the way we contested the loose ball, tackled and ran at a fine Midleton College side. Having had easy wins over Douglas and Waterford City, we needed a hard game and this we certainly got. It was step-up for some of the younger and less experienced players and will stand to all. We now face Midleton RFC in a vital league match and need to maintain the level of aggression whilst cutting down on the unforced errors. Squad; Jack Mullany, Doug Pettit, Cathal Dee, Conor Scanlon, Andy Guiry, Charlie Murphy, Eoin Ryan, Ted Kelly, Dan O’Keefe, Jamie McKelvie, Finn-Rees Thomas, Fionn Gibson-Kiely, Pat Connors, Jack

Skehan, Jordan Corby, Eoin Bray, Jack Kiely and Mick Devine.

All squad players are required to train Wednesday (7.15 pm) and Saturday (10.15 a.m.). Next Pan Munster qualifiers match on Sunday, October 25th at home vs Midleton RFC with a KO at 12 noon. We have a strong squad with plenty of talent. Training attendance is vital to maximise this potential. UNDER 14 The Under 14's travelled to Youghal to play their hosts in friendly game, ahead to the upcoming league fixtures. It was a good workout for the lads and all the panel got some game time. The effort put in at training was clearly evident as we tackled, passed and created phase after phase to set up scores. Thanks to the parents who travelled to support the team. Training continues on Wednesday nights at 7.30 p.m. and Saturdays at 10.30 a.m. WATERPARK BLITZ Some of our future stars were in action in Waterford at the weekend when they took part in a blitz hosted by Waterpark. All teams got three matches in the Blitz and they were outstanding performances. The Coaches were all really impressed and delighted to see the skills come together. The rucks and some of the tackles were incredible. Well done lads and see you Saturday for training. Please join us on Facebook and hit the 'Like' button and help us promote Dungarvan! Or even better, come and talk to us about joining!

Dungarvan under 8's who played in the Waterpark Blitz at the weekend.

Kilmacthomas FC UNDER 11 Kilmac V Ferrybank We enjoyed two great games with Ferrybank in Alaska. Both games were played with great spirit and both teams and supporters thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Our thanks to Ferrybank and to all who helped out. Keep up the good work. KILMAC 4; MOONCOIN 3. We knew this was going to be a hard game. The lads played well. Alan Dunwoody scored all 4 goals. Aaron was brillant in goal. Shane, Dan, Jeff and Shane were strong in defence. In midfield were Scott, Alan, Darragh and Nathan. Colyn and Conor were up

front. Tommy, Cian, Micky, Jake and Anthony all playing there part again. Thanks to everyone for the surport. KILMAC 1; PILTOWN 0. A tough match against a spirited visiting team. We struggled to get a foothold in this game. We scored midway through the first half when great work on the left from Liam Og dragged the Piltown defence apart crossing for Jack to finish in typical fashion at the far post. It proved to be the winner. Eoin Pollock sustained a nasty injury late in the second half put a bit of a dampener on the result. We wish Eoin a speedy recovery.

Tycor 1; Kilmac 3. Kilmac needed three points today to stay in touch at the top. Kalo Kiersey gave us the lead midway through the first half. Tycor soon drew level, before Crocky Power restored Kilmac's lead. Kalo, then added to his tally with a fine strike to put some daylight between the teams. Another solid performance from the team whom have been working hard as a group on the training pitch in recent weeks. SINCERE SYMPATHY The club wish to extend our sincere sympathy to the family of Brian Sweeney. May he rest in peace.

The Dungarvan Rugby Club's Under 10 who played in the Waterpark Bliitz.

Ballinroad FC BALLINROAD AFC PITCH DEVELOPMENT LOTTO DRAW RESULTS - 18th OCTOBER, 2015 Winning numbers were: 4, 12, 14, 21. No winner. Winners of €20 each: Fergal Fraher,

Peggy Walsh, Eoin Darcy. New jackpot €10,000 and the draw will take place on Sunday, 1st November, 2015 in Maguires Pub, Ballinroad. Thank you for your support.

The Dungarvan Rugby Club's Under 10 who played in the Waterpark Bliitz.

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

The large group of volunteers assembled at Dungarvan Rugby Club as part of the Ulster Bank Renovation package.

[Jim O'Sullivan]

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey Club

Decisive win for Dungarvan Ladies Dungarvan 5; UCC 0. ON SUNDAY, 18th October Dungarvan ladies played their third league game of the new season against UCC at 12 noon in the Friary College, Dungarvan. After a bright start to the season with two wins on the trot, the question was, could this reinvigorated Dungarvan team make it three wins on the bounce? The busy Sarah Landers racing from an earlier match just made it in time for Tipp off, kitting out in her goalkeeping gear whilst taking up position between the posts. AnneMarie back in action for the first time this season, rearing to go in the centre of defence, with Ali sweeping and Ciara and Aine lining up on either side. Midfield saw the return of the mighty Maria, paired with Laina on the right and Alice to her left a formidable combination behind the pacey forward line of Lucy, Mellissa and Freida who were looking to add to their goal tally this weekend. Dungarvan straight from the whistle moved the ball about in a lively fashion and wasted no time in working to get an opening goal. The ball found its way to Freida who turned beautifully inside the circle and sent a low shot right into the corner of the goal leaving the UCC keeper rooted to the spot. With only minutes gone, 1-0 was the score and the message to UCC was ‘Welcome to Dungarvan’. The Dungarvan girls full of life after this early lead pressed the UCC defence once again, Maria working hard in midfield and looking to double their

advantage, and they duly did with Laina firing in a shot near the edge of the circle. The UCC keeper managed to get her foot to the ball but was powerless to prevent it going in as the ball found its way to the back of the net, 2-0 Dungarvan. UCC started to string some passes of their own together and looked very much like they would be dangerous on the break, a couple of long balls through from UCC kept Anne Marie on her toes who was able to clear every ball back up field with the support of her resolute defence in Aine, Ciara & Ali. It was a clearance from defence that sent the dangerous Alice on her way down the right wing, whistling past UCC players, she played a lovely ball through to Mellissa who pulled in from the right wing, past a defender and laid the ball on a plate for Lucy who made no mistake. The ball smacked the backboard, Dungarvan 3 - 0, an outstanding goal created by real teamwork and timely passing. The prolific Lucy scoring her second goal in as many games sent Dungarvan in at the interval with a comfortable lead. Words from Tina at half-time were encouraging, ‘do not let the tempo drop’, and that intent was signalled by the ringing changes of fresh legs added from the very strong Dungarvan bench. Neasa came into midfield with Evana ready to get a slice of the action, as did Niamh and Meabh in defence. Lisa came into the forward ready to attack. The whistle

Dungarvan Ladies Hockey team who had a decisive victory over UCC on Sunday last. blew and play resumed. UCC this time started in possession and kept the ball for periods moving it up and down both wings only to be met by the gritty Dungarvan defence each time. Evana winning balls on the right fed Lisa in front of her on the wing who made startling runs leaving UCC in her wake. Lisa still in possession continued into the circle and drilled a low shot straight past the UCC keeper, a goal of real quality. Dungarvan four goals to the good. Neasa working her socks off in midfield winning almost every personal battle with her own player

and was intercepting UCC attack, supported by her defence in behind, there was no way through for the girls from Cork. Meabh on the right sent a ball down the wing, picked up again by Lisa who had UCC on edge with her speedy runs fired a shot in from the edge of the circle. Freida looking to pounce on the end of it but was not needed as it found its way once again into the UCC goal, 5-0 Dungarvan and two goals from Lisa. Dungarvan played out the remainder of the game comfortably holding possession until the final whistle was blown.

Well done to every single player who each contributed to this stunning win making it three wins from three. Dungarvan unbeaten still this season and worth mentioning with no goals conceded. Thanks to all who supported us on the day! UPCOMING FIXTURE Dungarvan Ladies find a short break in the Munster League with their next game not until Sunday, 8th November against Belvedere, an away game in Ballincollig, Cork. With three wins in three games this season Dungarvan will not want to lose momentum and

requires every player to continue training hard over the next two weeks ahead of this game. Belvedere has never been an easy place to go to and come away with points. See you all at training! SENIOR TRAINING Dungarvan Ladies Training Tuesday & Thursday at 6.30 pm Friary College, Dungarvan. All are welcome. JUNIOR TRAINING Under 14 – Friday afternoons at 5 pm – 6 pm Under 10/12 Saturday mornings at 9.30 am – 10.30 am Friary College, Dungarvan.

Cappoquin Snooker and Billiards Club A HUGE thanks to John Morley who did a fabulous job in painting the hall over the last few weeks. We now have a lovely cosy looking hall where we all can enjoy our snooker and some already think the new colour will bring out the best in them. (that's the last hope for some of us). Our next job is to get the carpet cleaned and we will have a lovely fresh hall again. NIGHT DUTY Monday 26th Darren Mason & Michael Casey. Tuesday 27th Martin McCarthy & Paddy Mason. Wednesday 28th Rhiney

Walsh & Martin Reddy. EVERYBODY WELCOME FOR A GAME This season we have decided that you don't have to be a member to come in for a few games of snooker or billiards. For the past number of seasons there has been a presumption that you had to be a member of the club to play games in the hall. Well we can now confirm to everyone that the hall is there for anyone who wants to play games any night its open. We hope to see people of the area avail of this opportunity.

Cappoquin Snooker Club AA Fire Safety Scratch Cup winner, L/R: Brendan Walsh Cappoquin Snooker Club Red Bridge Billiards League winner. L/R Aidan Walsh (Runner-up), Martin Reddy (Chairman), Pat Fitzgerald (Winner). (Sponsor), Darren Mason (Winner).

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Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Cunnigar Pitch & Putt Club

Gold Coast Golf Club End of Year awards 2015 Ladies Matchplay kindly sponsored by Shelia Norris. Pat Norris, sponsor presents the winner Gillian Cashman, with her prize. Included are Kay Glassen, runner-up and Joan O'Dea, Lady President. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Gold Coast Golf Club Ladies Competition kindly sponsored by Johnny Lynch Fruit and Veg. Gillian Cashman, Lady Captain presents the winner Martina Corkery with her prize. [Sean Byrne//Deise Sport]

Lismore Badminton LEAGUES We have already had some matches in the men’s and ladies leagues and we wish all of our teams the very best of luck! JUVENILES The juveniles returned last week and we have a new training system in place. We hope to give these fresh new players encouragement and advice to help them come on as great players. If you are interested please come along to the Community Centre on Monday nights from 7-8 to talk to one of our adult members.

MARY PRATT MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT It’s scary how fast a year a goes and our annual tournament, The Mary Pratt Perpetual Trophy is on us again. The day promises to be full of great games and good fun. It is open to Grades FNovice and is an open draw. It is a mixed doubles competition and we have a plate competition. To remember Mary, we hold a raffle on the day in aid of Waterford Hospice Services. If your business would like to donate a small prize to this

CUNNIGAR PITCH AND PUTT 25th ANNIVERSARY This year is our club's 25th Anniversary and we will be holding an open day on Bank Holiday Monday, 26th October. We are inviting all members, past members, sponsors, intending members, anyone who has helped us over the past 25 years and all of the general public to come and take a look and also play a game of pitch and putt. During our 25 years in existence we have gone from strength to strength and we are now rated as one of the top courses in Ireland. We have held Munster and National Competitions including Adult, Juvenile and Inter County Competitions. This year we held the pinnacle of them all, 'The Gents National Strokeplay Championships', where we received rave reviews for the running of this Championship Competition and of our excellent course and club house from all the visitors to our club on this day and all throughout the year. Our club has received National and International awards from the P.P.U.I., Waterford City & County Community & Voluntary Awards and the international F.I.P.P.A. over the years. We are very proud of the progress that our club has made over the last quarter of a century, so anyone who has or has not seen our picturesque course and club please come along on October 26th. You will not be disappointed. Mass for our deceased members will be mentioned in the list of dead in St. Mary's Church over the bank holiday weekend. To play in the scramble names must be in for 9.45

a.m. and tee off 10.30 a.m. sharp. Phone or text 0879412570. MAJOR FIXTURES FOR THE COMING YEAR 25th Anniversary Open Day October 26th. President’s Day (Patsy Hackett) November 8th. COMMITTEE MEETING Our next committee meeting will be on Monday, 2nd November, 7.30 p.m. MEN'S FOURSOMES LEAGUE We will be commencing a Men's Foursomes League on Sunday, November 15th. This will be a Stableford competition. There is a trophy for the winners, and also prizes for 1st and 2nd. There will be 3 preliminary rounds and then 2 semi-finals and a final. The entry fee is €10 which must be paid before the closing date, which is November 8th. HOLE IN ONE Last year we held a Hole in One competition. So we will continue with a prize for the most hole in ones during the club competition season this year as it proved very popular. There's fierce competition already with everyone trying to get the ultimate hole in one. To date Paddy Noonan (7), Liam Simms (4), Patsy Hackett (4), Michael Ahearne, Declan Byrne, Paddy Lawlor, Eddie Lenihan, Aiden Murray each have one each. Breda O'Donnell (3) and Jacinta O'Mahoney (3), Bridget Walsh (2), Lorraine Troy (2), Cait Mulcahy, Mary O'Neill, Corinne McGee, Mary Walsh, Eilish Sullivan and Ann Wall now has a hole in one for the women's section. BONUS NUMBER This week’s winner of the bonus number is Joe Curran,

number 8. PITCH MARKS Leaving Pitch Marks when playing destroys the greens. It takes a lot of care and attention to keep them in pristine condition. So all members and green fees are asked to repair them and use the correct repairer when doing so. Do not use club heads to repair a pitch mark as this damages the green. Always use a pitch repairer. Also do not use the club head to take balls out of holes on greens as this damages the hole. If anyone has an hour or two on Mondays to Fridays to spare to give a hand helping on the course you would be very welcome. DID YOU KNOW? The PPUI has in excess of 10,000 affiliated members playing in approximately 120 clubs throughout the country. The game caters for ladies, gents and juniors from 8 to 80. Most PPUI clubs have a recognised coach who has completed some of the PPUI coaching courses. The coaching leaflet is designed to guide you through shots involved in

Pitch and Putt, while also learning some of the basic rules and etiquette of the game. Remember, our greatest wish is for you to enjoy the game. PITCH AND PUTT IS FUN! WEDNESDAY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 10.00 a.m. tee off 10.30 a.m. Nett: Cait Mulcahy, Mary O'Neill. Gross: Marie Forde, Breda O'Donnell. SATURDAY TURKEY TOURNAMENTS Names to be in for 1.00 p.m. tee off 1.30 p.m. Nett: Liam Simms, Paul Regan. Gross: Mary O'Neill, Patsy Hackett. FROM NOW ON WITH ALL GAMES PLEASE NOTE The inexperienced player on each team will now mark the card (this is to get used to marking cards). JUVENILE COMPETITIONS Sundays at 1.00 p.m. MEMBERSHIP FEES Adults €80; Family €150; Over 60s €50; Juveniles €45; Life Members €30. T-shirts, caps and gloves for sale in clubhouse.

worthy cause, contact Roseanne on 085-8432056. We say a huge thanks to the local businesses who have agreed to give us something, we know everyone is stretched but it is great to see community spirit. NEW MEMBERS We are always open to and welcome new members. If you would like to give badminton a try, come up to the Community Centre any Monday and Thursday night from 8-10 p.m. MEMBERSHIP Membership fees are now due!

Sliabh gCua/St. Mary’s GAA Club - James Condon, Aiden McGrath and Trevor Cullinan are happy with their performance at the 10th Annual 'Dan Fraher Long Puck.'

Dungarvan Golf Club Inter Pubs/Inter Firms. Front Row L-R: Bridget Aherne, Lady Captain 3rd; Frank Corcoran, Lismore GC Winner, representing Plough Inn, Curraghglass; David Shanley, Industrial Engineering Sponsor, presenting the Tom Shanley Memorial Trophy to Pat Morrissey, winner Lismore GC; David Raher, Captain. Back Row L-R: Christine O’Keeffe, Vice Lady Captain, 3rd; Maeve Fitzgerald, 3rd; June Hayes, 3rd; Joanne Fitzgerald 3rd; Martin O’Driscoll, winner, Lismore GC; Liam Carroll, President; Jim Kiersey, Vice Captain. Missing from photo Pat Curley, Lismore GC winner. [Pat Crowley]

TALKING HORSES

Dungarvan Observer | Friday, 23 October, 2015

Talking Horses Upcoming Fixtures

Further Ascot joy for Weld and Smullen

Navan – Wednesday, 21st October (First Race 2.05) Thurles – Thursday, 22nd October (First Race 2.15) Dundalk – Friday, 23rd October (First Race 6.05) Wexford – Saturday, 24th October (First Race 2.05) Leopardstown – Saturday, 24th October (First Race 1.45) Leopardstown – Sunday, 25th October (First Race 12.50) Galway – Sunday, 25th October (First Race 1.30)

A WINNER at Leopardstown on Longines Irish Champions Weekend, Fascinating Rock emerged as the sole Irishtrained winner on British Champions Day at Ascot on Saturday. Dermot Weld’s fouryear-old came out on top in the QIPCO Champion Stakes where he readily beat Aidan O'Brien’s Found and Jack Hobbs under another fine effort from Pat Smullen. Weld said, “I like this place. It has been very lucky for me, with wins in the Gold Cup, the St James’ Palace Stakes and the Prince Of Wales Stakes. We don’t have many runners here but this day is always very special.”

First winner for amateur rider Houlihan AMATEUR rider Sean Houlihan rode his first winner on the racecourse when partnering the Maurice Phelan-trained Petuna to win the bumper at Punchestown on Wednesday. The 20-year-old is based with Philip Hobbs in Britain and he brought the 6/1 chance home ahead of favourite Earth Sister to win for Athy-based Phelan. James Slevin also returned from Britain where he works for Nigel Twiston-Davies to win the 2m4f maiden hurdle on Moylisha Tim, who is trained in Screen, County Wexford by Richie Rath and another Wexford winner was Don Vincenzo who took the beginners’ chase for Colin Bowe and Sean Flanagan. Sandra Hughes and Roger Loughran combined to win the three-year-old maiden hurdle with 33/1 shot Sports Barrow while Jessica Harrington’s Modem, a 1/10 favourite, was the facile winner of the two-runner rated hurdle under Mark Bolger. See Me Here landed the 2m4f handicap hurdle for Naas trainer Denis Cullen and Luke Dempsey while the handicap chase went to Colms Dream who was ridden for Skerries trainer Karl Thornton by Donagh Meyler.

Another to note from Ballydoyle AIDAN O'Brien unveiled yet another hugely promising twoyear-old when Idaho made a winning start to his career in the 1m maiden at the final meeting of the year at the Curragh on Tuesday. A full-brother to Highland Reel, Idaho already holds a number of Group 1 entries and is just a 25/1 chance for next year’s Epsom Derby. Another well-related juvenile to make a successful start was Raymonda who came out on top in the fillies’ maiden over 7f for Dermot Weld and Pat Smullen. A half-sister to Brooch and Caponata, the winner is considered a stakes filly for next season and should be winning more races. Smullen got a second on the afternoon courtesy of the stewards when the Tom McCourt-trained Clear Focus was disqualified after taking the 6f handicap. The race was awarded to David Marnane’s Oliveraie but the decision has been appealed. Jim Bolger was on the mark when the Kevin Manning-ridden Wexford Opera took the 7f handicap. Navan-based Joseph Murray and Ian Queally combined to win the 5f handicap with Captain Cullen while Van Schaick just got the better of Alveena to take the 10f handicap for Ger Lyons and Colin Keane. Over the same distance, the more locally-trained Shadagann won the rated race for Michael Halford and Shane Foley while the final race of the season at headquarters went to the Pat Flynn-trained Mademoiselle Penny who was ridden by Leigh Roche.

Runaway Dundalk win for Fire Fighting THE Mark Johnston-trained Fire Fighting justified his short price when running out a most impressive winner of the Carlingford Stakes at Dundalk on Friday night. The 8/11 favourite skipped clear under Fran Berry inside the distance to win by five lengths from John Murphy’s Hot Sauce. Berry had earlier won the 12f handicap on Jessica Harrington’s Lake Champlain but a jockey with even more to celebrate was Shane Foley who rode three winners. He took the 7f auction maiden on Michael Halford’s Rezeki and won the 8f handicap on Golden Raven for the same trainer. He also landed the first division of the 10f handicap on Tom Hogan’s Honor Oak while the second leg of the same race went to Mademoiselle Penny for Pat Flynn and Danny Grant. Tommy Stack and Billy Lee won the 7f auction maiden with 14/1 shot Lady Oak while Bangor, County Down trainer Louise Cannon and Oisin Orr won the 7f apprentice handicap with Coreczka.

Queen Catrine and Colin Keane winners of the Clodovil EBF Garnet Stakes (Listed) at Naas.

[Patrick McCann]

English Raider takes Naas listed event NEWMARKET trainer Charlie Appleby landed the inaugural running of the Listed Bluebell Stakes with the James Doyle-ridden Endless Time at Naas on Sunday. The easy-to-back 11/4 shot drew clear inside the final furlong to beat Dermot Weld’s 13/8 favourite Almela in fine style and is certainly one to watch out for next season. Ger Lyons and Colin Keane took the Listed Garnet Stakes with Queen Catrine who was

having her first start for the County Meath trainer. The remainder of the afternoon belonged to Jim Bolger who bagged three winners. He won the opening 6f maiden with Tribal Beat who ran out an easy winner under Kevin Manning and the pair followed up when Al Mohalhal took the Birdcatcher Nursery over the same trip. Rory Cleary was in the saddle as Robertstown took the Naas October Handicap in a tight finish from

the fast-finishing Macnicholson and Noble Inn. Kevin Prendergast and Chris Hayes won the 6f fillies’ maiden with Cool Thunder and also on the mark were Sheila Lavery and Pat Smullen who landed the 7f auction race with Sevenleft. Andy Oliver and Connor King also got on the score sheet when The Eyes Have It finished well to win the 7f handicap.

Duke follows up in Cork Chase THE Arthur Moore-trained Gentleman Duke landed the valuable Kinsale Handicap Chase at Cork for the second year running on Sunday. With Barry Geraghty in the saddle, the 7/1 chance took the spoils by half-a-length from Crown Theatre and it was the first leg of a double for the former champion trainer who also won the novice chase on the Gordon Elliott- trained Shadow Catcher. Doneraile’s John Joe Walsh gave the locals something to cheer about when his Wate And Sea followed up on last weekend’s Limerick win in the 2m handicap hurdle. Donagh Meyler continued a fine run of form when partnering the Eoin

Doyle-trained Swantakay to success in the 2m4f handicap hurdle. Skerries, County Dublin-based Karl Thornton and amateur rider Johnny Barry teamed up to win the 2m maiden hurdle with the gambled-on Hatch Hall while Willie Mullins and Ruby Walsh took the 3m novice hurdle with Westerner Lady who made all the running for a decisive success over Grecian Tiger. Aidan O'Brien and his daughter Sarah landed the bumper when Exactoris added to his Roscommon win in August by beating promising newcomer Knockraha Boss.

Brendan Brackan on top again at Cork A LISTED winner at the course in August of last year, the Ger Lyons-trained Brendan Brackan added to his winning haul when capturing the Listed Navigation Stakes at Cork on Saturday. The six-year-old made all the running to score from Aidan O'Brien’s Akira under Gary Carroll. Curragh

trainer Jim Gorman has a race at Leopardstown this weekend in mind for Verbosity who won the nursery handicap with the Ronan Whelan-ridden juvenile who runs in the colours of Jackie Bolger. Her husband, Jim, sent out Moonlight Magic to win the 7f maiden under Kevin

Manning and the stable’s apprentice, Daniel Redmond was also among the winners as he took the apprentice handicap on Brian Nolan’s Well Done Me. Billy Lee landed a first and last race double. He won the 6f handicap on Willie McCreery’s Leading Actress and the

Andy Oliver-trained Bunk Off Early wrapped up a good day with success in the 8f maiden. Michael Halford added to his Dundalk success when taking the fillies’ handicap with Cailin Mor who was ridden by Sean Corby.

Joseph O’Brien takes out handlers licence FORMER champion and multiple Classic winning jockey Joseph O’Brien has been granted a handlers licence by the Turf Club and will train pointto-pointers this winter. Among the owners he will train for is John Nallen, who has a long association with the O’Brien family. Joseph’s parents Aidan and Annmarie both trained and rode winners for the Clonmel-based businessman in the 1990s. The handlers licence is restricted to point-to-point runners only and does not allow O’Brien have runners on the racecourse. The 22year-old is to cut back on his riding commitments next season and is widely expected to apply for a full trainer’s licence in time.

Government funding for Irish Horse racing & Greyhound Fund increased SIMON Coveney, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, has announced that the contribution to the Irish Horse Racing and Greyhound Fund has been increased by €6m for 2016, bringing the total funding to €74m. Of that, the horse racing industry will receive and extra €4.8m and Brian Kavanagh, CEO of Horse Racing Ireland, said, “It’s very welcome news to have the increased funding confirmed. It indicates the strong support of the Government, particularly over the past two years.”